Add Subtitles to Video

FAQ

• How do I add subtitles to a video?

  There are three ways to add subtitles to video using VEED:

  1. Use our auto-caption tool. Upload video, click ‘Subtitles,’ and hit the ‘Auto-subtitle’ button.
  2. Upload a subtitle file, such as an SRT or VTT file.
  3. Type them manually. Press enter to add new lines, just like typing a document. Drag clips on the timeline to adjust length and timing.

  Looking to automate this for multiple videos? Use our subtitles API to process files programmatically.

• How do I close caption a video?

  To get captions on a video:

  1. Upload your video to VEED, click 'Subtitles,' then 'Auto Subtitle' to generate captions instantly.
  2. Edit the generated text to add sound descriptions like [applause] or [phone rings] for true closed captions. You can also add text to a video manually for speaker names or custom labels.
  3. Export with burned-in captions or download an SRT file for platforms that support caption toggling.

  Read our full guide on creating an SRT file for closed captions.

• What’s the difference between subtitles and captions?

  While often used interchangeably, there is a technical difference:

  • Subtitles show dialogue for viewers who can hear sounds.
  • Captions include dialogue plus sound descriptions for deaf or hard-of-hearing audiences, and sound-off viewers on social media.

  VEED's auto-subtitle generator works for both. Just edit the generated text to add sound descriptions for complete captions.

• How do I add subtitles to YouTube videos?

  You can either upload videos with hardcoded subtitles from VEED, or download the SRT file and upload it separately to YouTube Studio.

  • Hardcoded subtitles ensure consistent styling and always display. For YouTube Shorts, hardcoded subtitles often perform better since they're always visible to mobile viewers.
  • Separate subtitle files give viewers control over display settings.

• How do I add subtitles to Reels?

  1. Upload your video to VEED and generate subtitles or captions with AI.
  2. Keep text large, high-contrast, and positioned in the center for mobile viewing. Use bold fonts and avoid placing text too close to edges.
  3. Export your Reel with hardcoded captions burned into the video.

  Instagram Reels with captions get more engagement since many viewers watch without sound.

• How do I add subtitles to a downloaded video?

  1. Upload your downloaded video file (MP4, MOV, AVI, or any format) to VEED's online caption generator.
  2. Click 'Auto Subtitle' to generate captions instantly, then customize styling and export. Works with any video saved to your device—no re-downloading or format conversion needed.
  3. Export with embedded captions or subtitles.

• Is the AI subtitle generator free?

  VEED's auto subtitle generator is free to use on short clips with monthly limits. Paid plans unlock more credits plus AI tools like voice translation. A free alternative is to add subtitles manually: Just type the subtitles, press enter to create new lines, and drag the blocks to adjust timing. This method takes more time, making auto-subtitles the more efficient option.