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Closed Caption Generator
Looking for a quick way to add captions to your video? Then look no further than VEED’s super-simple closed captions generator. With VEED, you can now generate closed captions for your videos, automatically and in a matter of minutes. You no longer have to painfully listen, pause, type text and repeat. Our speech-recognition software can detect over 100 languages and accents, and automatically generate your captions for you! Powered by cutting-edge AI technology, VEED’s closed caption generator recognises speech and transcribes it with unmatched accuracy. Generate and add captions to your video, with a single click. All online, no complex software needed.
Download as TXT or SRT - VEED lets you add subtitles to your video, or save them as a text (.txt) file, to create a transcription of the video. Or, you can also save the captions as a separate SRT or VTT (subtitles) file, to add to video later.
How to auto-generate closed captions:
Upload
Add your video to VEED. Just drag & drop. You don’t need any software, VEED works right in your browser.
Generate Captions
Click ‘Subtitles’ > ‘Auto Transcribe’. Then click ‘START’. Watch as your captions are automatically generated.
Edit
Make any edits you need to the text. Change font, size, style, etc. Hit ‘Export’ to download, and you’re done. Easy-peasy!
‘How to Auto-Generate Closed Captions’ Tutorial
Languages & Accents
You can generate captions for videos in over 100 different languages and accents. You can even translate your captions and reach viewers from every corner of the world.
More Accessible
Adding captions to your video not only makes it easier to follow, but makes it more accessible to a range of viewers, including those watching without sound.
More Searchable
Adding a text element (i.e. captions) to your videos makes them more searchable. Appear in more searches, and higher up results pages and feeds. Use for Google, YouTube, Facebook, IGTV, and more.
Easy to Edit
If you want to make any changes to the captions, simply click on the text and start typing. Watch edits appear on the video, in real time.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I auto caption a video?
1. Upload video to VEED
2. Click ‘Subtitles’ on the left
3. Select ‘Auto Transcribe’
4. Choose language and region
5. Press ‘START’
6. Edit captions
7. Download
Is VEED’s auto subtitle generator free?
Yes! Generating, transcribing and adding subtitles to your video is free to use for everyone. Only downloading subtitles as SRT files and translating to other languages requires a PRO Plan subscription.
What are closed captions?
Closed captions verbalise every audio in a video, like coughs, barks or other sound effects.
How can I translate captions into another language?
Easily! Firstly, auto-generate captions in the original language of the video. When your captions are ready, click the ‘Translate’ tab. In the dropdown menu, select the language you want it translated to. Count to three, and they should be ready! (Please note that this is a PRO feature, and requires upgrading to the PRO Plan).
How to add subtitles to a video without downloading software?
You don’t need to download even a single grain of software to use VEED. VEED is a fully online tool and works straight from your browser. Our auto subtitle generator is embedded in our online tool, just like every other tool on VEED! So, get started straight away, no need to download anything.
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More than just an automatic caption maker!
With VEED, the fun doesn’t stop after the captions are ready! Explore our online video editor to transform your videos into stunning pieces of artwork. Add stickers, filters, bubbly text, background music, voice commentary, and many cool add-ons. VEED’s online video editor is incredibly easy to use, and requires only a few visits to grasp. Use VEED to create impactful videos, expand your reach on social media and build your online audience. Compatible with Windows 10, Macbook, Linux and mobile devices.
