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FAQ
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File formats: What subtitle file format do I need?
The SubRip (.srt) format is a common choice for YouTube and Vimeo videos. It's also extremely easy to edit subtitles in this format - you can open a .srt file in Notepad or TextEdit.
The MacCaption (.mcc) format is used for high-definition Broadcast TV. MacCaption is the only file format that can encode both 608 and 708 closed captioning. Rev supports the 29.97 fps frame rate.
The Scenarist (.scc) format is used for submitting to VoD stores like iTunes and Hulu. It's also used commonly in Broadcast TV and for editing in software such as Adobe Premier Pro and Final Cut Pro.
The TTML format (also known as XML or DFXP) is gaining in popularity. The FCC has declared TTML the official caption file format for broadcasters publishing video online.
Don't stress about picking the right format at checkout. If you change your mind later, we're happy to provide your subtitle files in a different format, at no extra charge.
If you are sharing your video on a platform that doesn't support the upload of sidecar files (e.g. Instagram, TikTok), you can order Burned-in Subtitles and receive your video back with the subtitles permanently visible.
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File formats: What subtitle file formats can you provide?
We provide subtitles in a variety of different file formats. Below are our most commonly-requested formats. Click each to download an example file:
- SubRip (.srt)
- Scenarist (.scc)
- MacCaption (.mcc)
- Timed Text (.ttml)
- Quicktime Timed Text (.qt.txt)
- Transcript (.txt)
- WebVTT (.vtt)
- DFXP (.dfxp)
- Cheetah .CAP (.cap)
- Spruce Subtitle File (.stl)
- Avid DS Subtitle File (.txt)
- Avid DVD Subtitle File (.txt)
- Facebook-ready SubRip (.srt)
- Scenarist 23.98 fps (.23p.scc) - Email us
- Burned-in Captions (Video)
- XML (.xml) is interchangeable with Timed Text => please order .ttml
- Want something else? Let us know
You can change your mind any time, even after you get the files back.
Note: Certain languages contain characters that are not recognized by a few of the above formats. We make this clear in our checkout process.
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What is the difference between Subtitles and Captions?
Captions are meant for video when the viewer is able to see the video but not hear it (often intended for deaf or hard-of-hearing). They communicate the video's spoken content and "atmospherics", which are sound effects that are part of the story. Rev's English Caption service is $1.25 per video minute. Learn more about captions.
Subtitles are intended for viewers who can hear the audio, but can't understand the language spoken. They translate the video's spoken and written language into the viewer's language. Rev's Subtitle service starts at $3.00 per video minute per language. For a limited time, you will receive a complimentary English Caption file with any language.
Both captions and subtitles use the same file formats, such as .srt and .scc. Read more about file formats.