How to Add Open Captions to a Video Easily?

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Add Open Captions with HD Video Converter Factory Pro

1. Add Video File

2. Choose an Export Format

3. Embed Captions

4. Choose Open Captions

5. Start Conversion

Open Captions vs. Closed Captions

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Open captions, also known as "burned-in" or "hard-coded" subtitles, are a permanent fixture in the video stream that cannot be turned off, ensuring that all viewers have access to the text on screen regardless of their device or platform. If you're looking to add open captions to your video, then the following guide will definitely satisfy you.

Add Open Captions Using HD Video Converter Factory Pro

WonderFox HD Video Converter Factory Pro stands out as an all-encompassing solution for video downloading, recording, conversion, and editing. It not only helps you convert videos to various formats but also provides a seamless way to integrate open captions into your video content. Here's how:

Step 1. Add Your Video File

To get started, Install and runInstall and run HD Video Converter Factory Pro. Open the "Converter" module within the application. Then, proceed to add your video file - this can be done through a simple drag and drop or via the "Add Files" button.

Step 2. Choose an Export Format

Next, you'll need to select your output format. The software offers a myriad of profiles to cater to different devices and quality preferences.

Step 3. Embed Captions

Once your video is ready to be captioned, click on the "+" icon situated next to the "T None" section. Here, you can upload your .srt or .ass subtitle file which should contain accurately timed text corresponding to the video's audio.

Tips. If the video comes with some built-in subtitle tracks, choose one in the "T Disabled" section.

Step 4. Choose Open Captions

Press the "CC" icon adjacent to the "+" button. In the menu that appears, select "Hard-Coded Subtitles" to ensure the captions will be open captions, permanently visible on your video.

Step 5. Start Video Processing

Finally, set your desired destination folder and click the "Run" button. The software will convert the video, burning the open captions permanently into the output file.

Open Captions vs. Closed Captions

While both open captions and closed captions serve the purpose of providing textual transcription of audio content, there are some key differences between the two:

Open Captions:

Permanently visible and cannot be turned off.
Ideal for environments where closed captions are not supported.
Ensure accessibility in all viewing situations.
Do not allow for viewer customization.

Closed Captions:

Can be toggled on or off by the viewer.
Require support from the player or platform.
Offer more flexibility for the viewer.
Can be adjusted for font, size, and color.

FAQs

Q1: What are the benefits of using open captions over closed captions?

A: Open captions ensure that everyone will see the captions without needing to toggle settings, ideal for social media videos or public screenings where accessibility is key.

Q2: Are there any video quality losses when adding open captions?

A: Adding open captions generally does not affect the original video's quality, although the final output can depend on the conversion settings.

Q3: Can open captions be edited once they are embedded into the video?

A: No, once open captions are embedded, they become part of the video and cannot be edited or removed.

Q4: How long does it take to add open subtitles to a video?

A: Adding open subtitles will re-encode the video, which takes some time depending on specific settings and computer configuration. But HD Video Converter Factory Pro features hardware acceleration that will greatly shorten the time.

Wrapping Up

Open captions are an essential feature for ensuring that video content is accessible to as wide an audience as possible. Whether for educational purposes, international reach, or accessibility, the ability to add open captions is a valuable skill for any content creator. I hope this article can be helpful to you. If you have any questions during the operation, please feel free to contact me.