How to Add Subtitles to Davinci Resolve 17 (Automatic Subtitles)
TLDRIn this tutorial, Margherita from Happy Scribe demonstrates how to add subtitles to videos in DaVinci Resolve 17. Initially, subtitles are manually created by enabling the subtitle track and typing captions while playing the video. However, for lengthy videos, an automated approach is recommended. After exporting the project, users can visit Happy Scribe to upload their video for automatic subtitle generation. Once processed, they can review, correct, and customize the subtitles before downloading them as an SRT file or embedding them into the video. This method simplifies the process of adding subtitles for creators looking to enhance their video accessibility.
Takeaways
- 🎬 To add subtitles in Davinci Resolve 17, first enable the subtitle track and then create captions.
- 🔍 Initially, nothing appears to happen when you add a subtitle track, but you need to enable it to proceed.
- ✅ Use the 'Inspector' to access new options for creating subtitles once the subtitle track is enabled.
- 📺 You can manually type captions while playing the video, but this can be time-consuming.
- 🚀 For a more efficient process, consider using an automatic subtitle service for lengthy videos.
- 🌐 After exporting your video, visit happyscribe.com to use their automatic subtitle service.
- 📝 Ensure your video's audio quality is good for accurate subtitle generation.
- 🔊 Choose the correct language spoken in your video and select between machine-generated or human-made subtitles.
- ⏳ The processing time for subtitles is usually a few minutes, depending on the video length.
- 🖥️ Customize the appearance of your subtitles, including font color, outline, and positioning.
- 📏 Adjust subtitle limits such as the maximum number of lines, characters per line, and the gap between subtitles.
- 📄 Download your subtitled file with options to embed subtitles or as a separate SRT file for platforms like YouTube.
- 👍 If the tutorial is helpful, show your appreciation with a thumbs up and subscribe for more content.
Q & A
What is the first step to add subtitles to a video in Davinci Resolve 17?
-The first step is to go to the edit section of your open project, right-click on one of your video tracks, and then select 'add subtitle'.
Why does nothing happen when you first try to add a subtitle in Davinci Resolve?
-Nothing happens initially because the subtitle track needs to be enabled. You have to click on 'ST1' and then go to the 'Inspector' in the top right corner to enable it.
Where can you start creating your subtitles after enabling the subtitle track in Davinci Resolve?
-You can start creating your subtitles under the 'caption' section, which will appear once you have enabled the subtitle track.
How do you synchronize the subtitles with the video in Davinci Resolve?
-You click on 'create caption' and adjust it on the timeline where you want the subtitle to come in, then you play back your video and start typing the subtitles as the video plays.
What is the alternative method to manually typing subtitles for a video?
-The alternative method is to use an automated service like Happy Scribe. You finish editing your project, export it, and then upload it to Happy Scribe for automatic subtitle generation.
How long does it typically take for Happy Scribe to process a video file for subtitles?
-The processing time depends on the length of the video, but it usually only takes a couple of minutes.
What options are available for customizing the appearance of subtitles on Happy Scribe?
-On Happy Scribe, you can customize the subtitles by adding an outline, changing the color of the fonts, and adjusting the position of the subtitles. You can also set subtitle limits such as the maximum number of lines, maximum characters per line, and the maximum gap between subtitles.
What are the two options for downloading subtitles from Happy Scribe?
-You can choose to have your subtitles embedded in the video or downloaded as a separate SRT file.
Why might someone choose to download subtitles as a separate SRT file?
-Someone might choose this option if they want to upload their own closed captions on platforms like YouTube, where the customization edits from Happy Scribe won't be saved but only the actual text is considered.
How can viewers provide feedback or ask questions about the process demonstrated in the video?
-Viewers can provide feedback by giving the video a thumbs up if they found it useful, and they can ask questions or leave comments in the section below the video.
What should one do if they don't have an account on Happy Scribe?
-If someone doesn't have an account on Happy Scribe, they can easily create one on the platform, which only takes a few seconds.
What is the importance of having good quality audio for the video when using Happy Scribe?
-Good quality audio is important because it helps ensure the best possible outcome for the machine-generated or human-made subtitles in terms of accuracy and clarity.
Outlines
📝 Adding Subtitles in DaVinci Resolve
Margherita from Happy Scribe introduces the process of adding subtitles to a video in DaVinci Resolve. She explains that after right-clicking on a video track and selecting 'add subtitle', the subtitle track must be enabled under 'ST1' in the 'Inspector'. Subtitles are created under the 'caption' section, and users can manually type captions while playing the video. However, she hints at a more efficient method for lengthy videos.
🚀 Faster Subtitling with Happy Scribe
To subtitle videos more efficiently, Margherita suggests completing the video edit without subtitles and exporting it. Then, using a web browser, one should visit Happy Scribe's website to start the subtitle creation process. After logging in or creating an account, users upload their video file, ensuring good audio quality for accurate subtitles. They can choose between machine-generated or human-made subtitles and submit the file. The process is quick, and once done, users can review, correct, and customize their subtitles, including appearance and positioning. They can also set subtitle limits and choose to download the subtitles as an SRT file or have them embedded.
✅ Finalizing and Using Subtitles
After customizing the subtitles on Happy Scribe, users can download them, choosing between an embedded option or a separate SRT file. The latter does not save customization edits but includes the text for platforms like YouTube. Margherita concludes by encouraging viewers to like the video if they find it useful and to subscribe for more content.
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Keywords
💡Davinci Resolve
💡Subtitles
💡Happy Scribe
💡Machine-generated
💡Human-made
💡Caption Track
💡Inspector
💡Customization
💡SRT File
💡YouTube
💡Accessibility
Highlights
Margherita from Happy Scribe demonstrates how to add subtitles to Davinci Resolve 17.
Subtitles can be added by right-clicking on a video track and selecting 'add subtitle'.
Subtitle track must be enabled to start adding subtitles.
Subtitles are created under the 'caption' section in the 'Inspector'.
Manual caption typing is time-consuming; an easier method is suggested for lengthy videos.
After exporting the project, visit happyscribe.com to automatically add subtitles.
Create an account on Happy Scribe to upload and subtitle your video.
Ensure video audio quality is good for accurate subtitle generation.
Select the language of the video and choose between machine-generated or human-made subtitles.
Subtitle processing time depends on the video length, usually a couple of minutes.
Customize subtitle appearance, including outline, font color, and position.
Adjust subtitle limits such as line number, characters per line, and gap between subtitles.
Download the subtitled file with options for embedding or as a separate SRT file.
Selecting to download as an SRT file will not save customization edits, only the text.
The SRT file option is useful for uploading closed captions on platforms like YouTube.
Happy Scribe provides an automatic way to add subtitles, enhancing video accessibility.
The video offers a step-by-step guide for users to follow for adding subtitles.
Engagement is encouraged through likes, comments, and subscription for more content.