Generating SRT and VTT Subtitles for E-Learning
Creating accessible online course videos is crucial for modern e-learning. Adding subtitles (SRT/VTT) not only aids hard-of-hearing students but also increases retention and engagement.
In this guide, we show you how to generate professional subtitle files for e-learning videos in seconds.
SRT vs. VTT: Which is Best for E-Learning?
- SRT (SubRip): The most compatible format. Works in Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro, and platforms like YouTube and Teachable.
- WebVTT (VTT): Best for native web players (HTML5). Supports advanced formatting like custom positioning, colors, and bold text.
How to Caption Your Online Courses
- Upload your lesson recording to your YouTube channel as an unlisted video.
- Paste the URL into TranscribeYT.
- Select and download the transcript in SRT or VTT format.
- Upload the subtitle file to your course host (such as Kajabi, Teachable, or Udemy).