How to Convert Audio to Subtitles Automatically

VEED STUDIO
30 Mar 202204:03

TLDRIn this tutorial, Tim demonstrates how to convert audio files into subtitles using VEED's online video editor. He guides viewers through uploading an audio file, utilizing the auto subtitle tool to transcribe and synchronize text with the audio, and editing the resulting subtitles for accuracy and timing. Tim also shows how to download subtitles in various formats and how to incorporate them into a video using VEED's templates and customization features, ultimately enabling creators to share videos with embedded subtitles.

Takeaways

  • 😀 Tim introduces a method to convert audio files into subtitles using VEED's online video editor.
  • 🔍 Visit edit.new in the browser or follow the link in the description to access VEED's editor.
  • 📂 Upload an audio or video file to begin the conversion process.
  • 🎥 Choose a blank canvas to start with for a clean slate.
  • 👂 Utilize VEED's automatic transcription tool to convert audio to text and subtitles.
  • 🗣️ Select the language spoken in the audio for accurate transcription.
  • ✍️ Edit the generated subtitles for any inaccuracies or adjustments.
  • ⏱️ Adjust the timing of the subtitles using the timeline feature.
  • 📄 Download the subtitles in various formats such as SRT, VTT, or text file.
  • 🎞️ With VEED, you can also create videos with embedded subtitles using templates and customize them as needed.
  • 💌 Ensure to enable 'burn subtitles' when exporting to include subtitles in the final video.

Q & A

  • What is the main topic of Tim's video?

    -The main topic of Tim's video is how to convert audio, such as a voice recording or a podcast, into subtitles automatically using VEED's online video editor.

  • What is VEED and how can one access it?

    -VEED is an online video editor that can be accessed by typing 'edit.new' into the browser's URL box or by clicking on the first link provided in the description.

  • How does one upload an audio file to VEED for conversion to subtitles?

    -To upload an audio file to VEED, one should click on 'upload a file', select the audio file they wish to convert, and then click 'open'.

  • What tool does VEED offer for converting audio to subtitles?

    -VEED offers an automatic transcription tool that can be accessed from the 'subtitles' menu on the left side of the editor.

  • What languages are supported by VEED's auto subtitle tool?

    -VEED's auto subtitle tool supports a wide range of languages, although in the script, English is the language chosen for demonstration.

  • How can one edit the automatically generated subtitles in VEED?

    -To edit the subtitles, one can click on the text boxes on the left, which are synced with the video timeline, and make changes as needed.

  • What are the different subtitle formats available for download in VEED?

    -The different subtitle formats available for download in VEED include SRT, VTT, and text file formats.

  • How can one adjust the timing of the subtitles in VEED?

    -To adjust the timing of the subtitles, one can use the bottom timeline to click and drag the sides of the subtitle boxes or click from the middle and move them around.

  • What additional features does VEED offer for creating videos with subtitles?

    -VEED offers the ability to customize the audio visualizers, text, subtitles, change the background, add images, and add music to create a complete video with subtitles.

  • How does one export a video with subtitles from VEED?

    -To export a video with subtitles, one should click on the 'export' button in the top right corner and ensure that the 'burn subtitles' option is enabled to include the subtitles in the final video.

  • What is the final step after exporting the video with subtitles in VEED?

    -The final step is to share the video with friends, colleagues, or family once it has been rendered with the subtitles burnt in.

Outlines

00:00

🎥 Introduction to Audio-to-Subtitles Conversion

Tim, the presenter, introduces the video's purpose: teaching viewers how to convert audio files, such as voice recordings or podcasts, into subtitles using VEED's online video editor. He invites viewers to stay for a bonus on using templates to create videos with subtitles. Tim guides the audience to access VEED's editor through a URL or a link in the description and begins the process by uploading an audio file and choosing to start with a blank canvas.

🔊 Using VEED's Automatic Transcription Tool

The video demonstrates how to use VEED's automatic transcription tool to convert the uploaded audio into text for subtitles. Tim navigates to the subtitles menu, selects the auto subtitle option, and chooses English as the spoken language. The tool then transcribes the audio, and Tim reviews the accuracy, making minor adjustments if necessary. He also explains how to edit the subtitles by changing the text or timing directly on the timeline.

✂️ Editing and Customizing Subtitles

Tim shows viewers how to edit the auto-generated subtitles for accuracy and timing. He details the process of adjusting the timing by dragging the subtitle boxes on the timeline and splitting them if needed. Additionally, he guides on how to download the subtitles in various formats such as text, SRT, and VTT files, and where to find these files in the downloads folder.

🎨 Creating Videos with Subtitles Using Templates

In the final part of the video, Tim demonstrates how to enhance the audio file by turning it into a video with embedded subtitles using VEED's templates. He explains how to customize elements within the video frame, including audio visualizers, text, and subtitles. Tim also covers how to change backgrounds, add images, and music to create a personalized video. The video concludes with instructions on exporting the video with burnt-in subtitles and sharing it with others.

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Keywords

💡Audio to Subtitles Conversion

Audio to subtitles conversion is the process of turning a spoken audio track into a text format that can be displayed on-screen during a video, enhancing accessibility for viewers. In the video, Tim demonstrates how to use VEED's online video editor to convert an audio file into subtitles, which is crucial for making content more inclusive and understandable for a wider audience.

💡VEED's Online Video Editor

VEED's online video editor is a web-based tool that allows users to edit videos and audio files without the need for downloading software. It is highlighted in the video as the primary tool for converting audio to subtitles. Tim uses it to upload an audio file, transcribe it into text, and then format it as subtitles, showcasing its ease of use and functionality.

💡Automatic Transcription Tool

The automatic transcription tool is a feature within VEED's editor that transcribes spoken words from an audio file into written text. This tool is pivotal in the video as it simplifies the process of creating subtitles by converting the audio content into a text format that can be edited and synchronized with the video.

💡Subtitles

Subtitles are a form of captioning that displays the words and dialogue from a video on the screen. They are essential for providing information to viewers who are deaf or hard of hearing and can also be useful for those who speak a different language than the original audio. In the video, Tim shows how to create and edit subtitles using VEED's automatic transcription tool.

💡Language Selection

Language selection is the process of choosing the language spoken in the audio file before the automatic transcription tool can transcribe it. This is important because it ensures the accuracy of the transcription by aligning the tool with the correct language. In the video, Tim selects English as the language for his audio file.

💡Editing Subtitles

Editing subtitles involves making changes to the text of the subtitles to correct errors, adjust timing, or modify the content to better fit the video. Tim demonstrates this in the video by showing how to edit the text and timing of the subtitles directly within VEED's editor, which is crucial for ensuring the subtitles are accurate and well-timed with the audio.

💡Downloading Subtitles

Downloading subtitles is the act of saving the subtitle file to your computer in a specific format like SRT, VTT, or text. This allows for further editing or use in other video platforms. In the video, Tim shows viewers how to download their subtitles in different formats after they have been created and edited.

💡Templates

Templates in VEED's editor are pre-designed video layouts that users can choose from to create videos with a professional look. They can be customized with elements like audio, text, and images. Tim uses a template to show how viewers can turn their audio with subtitles into a complete video, enhancing the final product's visual appeal.

💡Audio Visualizers

Audio visualizers are graphical representations of audio waves that can be added to a video to provide a visual element that corresponds with the audio track. In the video, Tim mentions the possibility of editing audio visualizers, which can make the video more engaging and give a visual representation of the audio content.

💡Exporting Video

Exporting a video is the process of rendering and saving the final edited video, including any added subtitles, to a file that can be shared or uploaded to a platform. Tim explains that after all editing is complete, users should click the export button and ensure that the 'burn subtitles' option is enabled to include the subtitles in the exported video.

💡Accessibility

Accessibility in the context of video content refers to making it usable and understandable by as many people as possible, including those with disabilities. Subtitles are a key aspect of video accessibility, as they provide an alternative to audio for those who cannot hear the content. Tim's video focuses on converting audio to subtitles, which directly contributes to making videos more accessible.

Highlights

Introduction to the video by Tim on converting audio to subtitles.

VEED's online video editor is used for the conversion process.

Access VEED's editor by typing 'edit.new' in the browser or clicking the link in the description.

Upload an audio or video file to start the conversion.

Choose to start with a blank canvas for the conversion.

Importing the audio file into VEED's editor.

Using VEED's automatic transcription tool to convert audio to text.

Selecting the language of the audio for accurate transcription.

The transcription tool starts converting the audio into subtitles.

Editing subtitles for accuracy and timing.

Adjusting the timing of subtitles by dragging on the timeline.

Splitting subtitles for better synchronization with the audio.

Downloading subtitles in different formats: text, SRT, and VTT.

Accessing the downloaded subtitle files in the downloads folder.

Using VEED's templates to create videos with embedded subtitles.

Customizing video elements such as audio visualizers, text, and subtitles.

Exporting the video with burnt-in subtitles for sharing.

Final words of thanks and well wishes from Tim.