How to Subtitle Videos with Kapwing in 2023 (Magic Animated Subtitles, Styling, Transcription)

Introduction

Have you ever seen videos with animated, moving subtitles that keep you engaged? While it might seem like these videos take hours to create, that's no longer the case. With tools like Kapwing, you can create videos with animated subtitles in just a few minutes. Subtitles not only make videos more accessible to a wider audience but also allow viewers to understand the content without needing to turn the volume up. They add engagement and make the video comprehensible even when muted.

In this article, I'll guide you through the process of automatically adding subtitles, animations, and customizations to your videos using Kapwing. No prior animation or video editing experience is required. Let’s get started!

Step 1: Navigate to Kapwing

First, click the link in the description to visit Kapwing's 'Add Subtitles to Video' page. Here, you can automatically add subtitles, animations, and other effects.

Step 2: Upload Your Video

Click 'Choose a Video' and upload your video. Wait for the processing to complete. You can check the progress on the 'Upload' tab.

Step 3: Use Auto Subtitles

Once the upload is done, go to the 'Subtitles' tab and choose 'Auto Subtitles'. Select your video's original language, and if needed, you can translate it to another language. Click 'Auto Subtitle' to generate subtitles automatically.

Step 4: Customize Subtitles

Now, you can see the subtitles with animations. The transcript appears on the left side. You can edit any word, and it updates directly in the video subtitle.

Adjust Characters and Font Size

If you find the subtitle blocks too fast or the text too large, you can adjust the characters per subtitle and font size.

Manual Splitting and Merging Subtitles

• To split subtitles: Place the cursor in the transcript and press 'Return' to create separate subtitles.
• To merge subtitles: Place the cursor in front of the word in a subtitle and press 'Delete'.
• Adding new subtitles: Click the ‘Add’ button between two subtitles.

Changing Subtitle Timing

To modify subtitle length: Place your cursor in the timeline, hover below the timestamps and click 'Set to Current Time'.

Download Transcript

You can download the transcript in SRT, VTT, or TXT formats by clicking the ‘Download’ button.

Styling and Animations

You can change the text style and animation under the 'Edit' tab. Customize font, color, background opacity, and even add inline styling for specific words or phrases.

Text Styles and Presets

Under 'Text Styles', you can view all presets. Create custom styles and save them in your brand kit for consistent branding.

Animations

Under the 'Animations' tab, choose from various preset animations like Color, Reveal, Highlight, Bounce, Paint, and Custom. You can also add transitions like fade, flip, or pop.

Editing Flexibility

Kapwing also provides full video editing capabilities. Subtitles stay synced with audio even when video or audio edits are made.

Step 5: Export and Download

Click 'Export Project' once done. Choose your desired resolution and file type, then click 'Export'. After processing, download your file and share it wherever you like.

Conclusion

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Keywords

• Kapwing
• Subtitles
• Auto Subtitles
• Animated Subtitles
• Video Editing
• Customization
• Transcription
• Inline Styling
• Text Styles
• Animations
• Export Video

FAQ

Q: How do I add subtitles automatically in Kapwing?
A: After uploading your video, go to the 'Subtitles' tab and choose 'Auto Subtitles' to automatically generate subtitles.

Q: Can I translate subtitles to another language?
A: Yes, you can select the original language of your video and choose a different language for translation when generating auto subtitles.

Q: How can I customize the font and size of the subtitles in Kapwing?
A: You can customize the font and size under the 'Edit' tab on the right side after selecting your subtitles.

Q: Is it possible to split and merge subtitles manually?
A: Yes, you can split subtitles by pressing 'Return' in the transcript and merge them by pressing 'Delete' in front of a word in a subtitle.

Q: Can I download the transcript separately?
A: Yes, you can download the transcript in SRT, VTT, or TXT formats by clicking the ‘Download’ button on the left side.

Q: What animation presets are available for subtitles in Kapwing?
A: You can choose from Color, Reveal, Highlight, Bounce, Paint, and Custom animations.

Q: How do I add custom text styles for my brand?
A: Customize your subtitles in the 'Text Styles' and save them under 'My Styles' in your brand kit for consistent branding.

Q: How do I export the finished video with subtitles?
A: Click 'Export Project,' select your resolution and file type, and finally click 'Export.' After processing, download the file to share it.