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In the past, adding subtitles to videos required frantic note-taking. Now, with TinRec—your AI assistant—you can automatically convert video speech into text, greatly enhancing content accessibility and professionalism. Here are four simple steps to turn any video audio into polished subtitles.
1. Get Started
Create an Account: Go to TinRec to register a free TinRec account, or log in directly. If you need to transcribe videos longer than 30 minutes, we recommend upgrading to the Pro or Enterprise plan for more features.
Prepare Your Video: Whether it's a local recording, a YouTube link, or a cloud-stored audio/video file, TinRec can handle it. Supported formats include: AAC, MP3, M4A, WAV, WMA, MOV, MPEG, MP4, WMV, and supports multilingual recognition (Chinese, English, Japanese, Cantonese, Hokkien).
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2. Let TinRec Work Its Magic
Upload or Stream: Click the "Import" button and drag your video file onto the interface. For YouTube videos, you can first use a tool like MotionBox.io to extract MP3, then upload. Alternatively, play the video on your computer and click "Record" in TinRec to transcribe the audio in real time.
Wait Easily: Click "Go to Transcript," and TinRec will quickly generate highly accurate text with speaker labels and timestamps.
3. Edit and Export Subtitle Files
Polish the Transcript: Review the auto-generated text, adjust speaker names, correct misinterpretations, and optimize wording for your target audience.
Export Subtitle File: Click "Export" and select "SRT file" format. This file includes timestamps and speaker information, compatible with major platforms like YouTube and Vimeo.
4. Publish Your Subtitled Video
Go to Your Platform: Log in to YouTube, Vimeo, or other video platforms.
Upload Subtitles: Navigate to the subtitle settings page of your video and upload the SRT file exported from TinRec.
Share: Make your subtitled video public so more viewers can easily understand the content.
5. Tips for Better Subtitles
- Keep it concise: Keep subtitles short for easy reading.
- Ensure accuracy: Proofread the transcript carefully to avoid errors that could cause confusion.
Now you have the ability to turn any video into professional subtitles! Put down your pen and paper—let TinRec help you become a subtitle pro. Your audience (and their ears) will thank you!
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- 300 minutes of free speech-to-text per month
- Up to 30 minutes per session
- Upload up to 3 audio or video files
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