Subtitle Generator - The Fastest Way to Add Subtitles to Video

VEED STUDIO
11 Sept 202006:39

TLDRIn this tutorial video, Alec from Veed demonstrates the platform's subtitle generator, which he claims to be the fastest way to add subtitles to videos. He guides viewers through importing a video, automatically generating subtitles, editing text and duration, and customizing the subtitles' style. Alec also explains how to download the subtitle file as an SRT for platforms like YouTube. The video concludes with a walkthrough of publishing the video with embedded subtitles.

Takeaways

  • πŸ˜€ Veed's subtitle generator is a fast tool for adding subtitles to videos.
  • πŸ“Ή To start, import your video into Veed and create a new project if you don't have an account.
  • πŸ”Š The subtitle generator automatically transcribes audio and turns it into subtitles.
  • 🌐 Choose the correct language for your video to ensure accurate subtitles.
  • βœ‚οΈ Edit subtitles for any mistakes or to correct timing issues.
  • 🎨 Customize your subtitles by changing the style, font, size, and layout.
  • πŸ“ Download your subtitles as an SRT file for platforms like YouTube.
  • πŸ”„ Adjust subtitle timing by manually inputting start and end times or using the start and end stopwatch.
  • πŸ‘Œ Ensure subtitles are in sync with the spoken words by editing and repositioning them.
  • πŸ’¬ Veed allows for detailed customization, including drop shadow color and letter spacing.
  • πŸš€ Once satisfied with your subtitles, publish your video with the hard-coded subtitles included.

Q & A

  • What is Veed's subtitle generator?

    -Veed's subtitle generator is a tool that allows users to automatically transcribe audio from videos into text and turn it into subtitles.

  • How do you import a video into Veed?

    -To import a video into Veed, you click on the 'Upload Video' button and select the video file you want to upload.

  • What are the three options available in the subtitle tab of Veed?

    -The three options in the subtitle tab are uploading a subtitle file, manually adding subtitles, and using the auto subtitle tool.

  • How many languages can Veed's subtitle generator support?

    -Veed's subtitle generator supports hundreds of languages, allowing users to select the appropriate language for their video.

  • Can you download the generated subtitles as an SRT file?

    -Yes, you can download the generated subtitles as an SRT file by going to the 'Options' tab and clicking on 'Download SRT file'.

  • How do you edit the automatically generated subtitles?

    -To edit the subtitles, you can select the subtitle with the mistake and edit it as if it was any other text, making corrections and adjustments as needed.

  • What happens if the subtitles are out of sync after editing?

    -If subtitles are out of sync, you can adjust the timing of each subtitle by manually inputting the start and end times, clicking and dragging, or using the start and end stopwatch features.

  • How can you customize the appearance of the subtitles?

    -You can customize the subtitles by changing the style, font, font size, color, letter spacing, line height, and drop shadow color through the 'Style' tab.

  • What is the process to hard code subtitles into the video?

    -After customizing the subtitles, you click on 'Publish' in the top right corner of Veed, which then renders the project with the subtitles baked in.

  • How can you download the video with hard-coded subtitles?

    -Once the project is rendered with the subtitles, you can download the video to your computer from Veed.

  • What should you do if you have questions about using Veed's subtitle generator?

    -If you have questions, you can leave a comment in the video's comment section, and the creator will respond to help you out.

Outlines

00:00

πŸ“š Introduction to Veed's Subtitle Generator

Alec introduces Veed's subtitle generator as a quick method to add subtitles to videos. He outlines the steps to import a video into Veed, generate subtitles automatically, edit them for text and duration, and customize their appearance. Alec guides viewers to the website, explains the account creation process, and demonstrates how to import a video file. The automatic subtitle generation feature is showcased, highlighting the ability to select the spoken language and transcribe the audio into text.

05:01

βœ‚οΈ Editing and Customizing Subtitles in Veed

This section focuses on editing the automatically generated subtitles for accuracy and adjusting their timing to sync with the video's audio. Alec shows how to correct mistakes, manually adjust start and end times, and use the playhead for timing adjustments. He also discusses the option to download subtitle files like SRT for platforms like YouTube, which maintains the text and timing but not the style. The paragraph concludes with Alec demonstrating how to customize the subtitle's style, including font, size, color, layout, and drop shadow. He emphasizes the flexibility in styling and the final steps to download the customized subtitles or hard-code them into the video file.

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Keywords

πŸ’‘Subtitle Generator

A subtitle generator is a tool or software that automatically creates captions or subtitles for a video based on its audio track. In the context of the video, Veed's subtitle generator is presented as the fastest way to add subtitles to videos. It allows users to transcribe audio into text and turn it into subtitles, which can then be edited and customized to fit the video's content.

πŸ’‘Veed

Veed is an online video editing platform that offers various features, including the subtitle generator highlighted in the video. It is used to import videos, generate subtitles automatically, and edit them to ensure accuracy. The platform is accessible by creating a free account and is the main focus of the video's tutorial.

πŸ’‘Import Video

Importing a video refers to the process of uploading or bringing a video file into a software or platform for editing or processing. In the script, Alec demonstrates how to import a video into Veed by clicking on 'Upload Video' and selecting a file, which is a necessary step before generating subtitles.

πŸ’‘Automatically Generate

Automatic generation in this context means the process of creating something, such as subtitles, without manual input. Veed's subtitle generator automatically transcribes the spoken words in a video into text. This feature is showcased as a time-saving and efficient method for adding subtitles to videos.

πŸ’‘Edit Subtitles

Editing subtitles involves making corrections, adjustments, or improvements to the automatically generated captions. In the video, Alec shows how to edit subtitles for accuracy, such as fixing a word that was merged incorrectly due to fast speech, ensuring that the subtitles match the spoken words precisely.

πŸ’‘Customize Subtitles

Customizing subtitles means altering the appearance or style of the captions to make them unique or to fit the aesthetic of the video. The video script describes how users can change the font, size, color, and layout of the subtitles in Veed, as well as add features like drop shadows to enhance readability.

πŸ’‘Download SRT File

An SRT file is a subtitle file format that contains the text of the subtitles and their timing information. In the video, Alec mentions the option to download the subtitled content as an SRT file from Veed. This file can then be uploaded to platforms like YouTube to provide subtitles for the video.

πŸ’‘Hard-coded Subtitles

Hard-coded subtitles refer to subtitles that are embedded directly into the video file, making them a permanent part of the video. As opposed to separate subtitle files, hard-coded subtitles cannot be turned off or adjusted by the viewer. The video explains how to hard-code subtitles into the video for platforms that do not support external subtitle files.

πŸ’‘Publish

Publishing a video in this context means finalizing the editing process and making the video available for viewing, often on a platform or for download. After customizing the subtitles and ensuring everything is correct, Alec shows how to click 'Publish' in Veed to render the project with the subtitles baked in.

πŸ’‘Social Media Podcast

A social media podcast is a type of audio or video content that discusses topics related to social media platforms, strategies, trends, and more. In the script, Alec mentions hosting a social media podcast where various social media-related topics are discussed, which is the subject of the video he is subtitling.

Highlights

Introduction to Veed's subtitle generator as the fastest way to add subtitles to videos.

How to import a video into Veed for subtitle generation.

Automatic subtitle generation with Veed's subtitle tool.

Choosing the language for accurate subtitle generation.

Editing subtitles for text and duration corrections.

Adjusting subtitle timing to synchronize with speech.

Customizing subtitle style with various options.

Changing font, size, color, and layout for unique subtitles.

Downloading subtitle files like SRT for external use.

Hard coding subtitles into the video for permanent inclusion.

Publishing the video with newly added subtitles.

Downloading the final video with subtitles.

The importance of accurate subtitle timing for readability.

How speaking speed affects subtitle accuracy and editing.

Using punctuation to improve subtitle readability.

The option to customize drop shadow for better subtitle visibility.

The process of editing and correcting subtitles for better accuracy.

Finalizing subtitle customization before publishing.

Invitation for viewers to ask questions and engage with the video.