How to Add Subtitles to Videos Automatically by AI

Published on December 23, 2023 • 6 min read

Adding subtitles to your videos has never been easier with AI-powered tools like AutoSRT. In this step-by-step guide, we'll walk you through the process of automatically generating and adding subtitles to your videos using AutoSRT.

Prerequisites

  • A Mac computer
  • AutoSRT installed on your system
  • Your video file ready for subtitling

Note: AutoSRT processes everything locally on your computer, ensuring your video content remains private and secure.

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Prepare Your Video

Before starting, ensure your video file is in a compatible format (MP4, MOV, AVI, etc.). For best results, make sure your video has clear audio quality.

2. Launch AutoSRT

  1. Open AutoSRT on your Mac
  2. If this is your first time, you might need to grant necessary permissions
  3. You'll see the main interface with a drag-and-drop area

3. Import Your Video

There are two ways to import your video:

  • Drag and drop your video file into the application window
  • Click the "Open Video" button and select your file

4. Configure Subtitle Settings

Before generating subtitles, you can customize various settings:

  • Select your preferred AI model (LLaMA 3, Qwen, etc.)
  • Choose the source language of the video
  • Set the target language for translation (if needed)
  • Adjust font settings (size, style, color)
  • Configure subtitle position and timing

5. Generate Subtitles

  1. Click the "Generate Subtitles" button
  2. Wait while AutoSRT processes your video
  3. The AI will analyze the audio and create subtitles automatically

6. Edit and Refine

After generation, you can:

  • Preview the subtitles with your video
  • Edit text using the built-in editor
  • Adjust timing using keyboard shortcuts (Command+C/V)
  • Fine-tune subtitle appearance

7. Export Your Video

Once you're satisfied with the subtitles:

  1. Click the "Export" button
  2. Choose your preferred export format
  3. Select the output location
  4. Wait for the export to complete

Pro Tips

  • Use keyboard shortcuts for faster editing
  • Save your subtitle style preferences for future use
  • Enable auto-save to prevent losing your progress
  • Use batch processing for multiple videos

Tip: For longer videos, you can use the document alignment feature to match subtitles with existing scripts or transcripts.

Troubleshooting

If you encounter any issues:

  • Ensure your video has clear audio quality
  • Check if you have enough disk space
  • Verify that your Mac meets the system requirements
  • Try restarting the application if it becomes unresponsive

Ready to Get Started?

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