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Add captions & subtitles to videos | Complete handbook

Did you know adding captions or subtitles can increase your video content reach? Dive into our comprehensive guides to find out how! 

If you’re new to subtitles and captions, we’ll explain all the basics. We uncover the difference between the two and dive into closed vs. open captions and when to use which. Follow our step-by-step articles to walk you through the easiest ways to add captions and subtitles to your videos. 

For those already familiar with captions and subtitles, learn some tricks to streamline your workflow. We share guides on all the latest captioning tools, which will save you the most time and effort.

Read on to elevate your video content with captivating captions and subtitles. Let's dive in and make your videos stand out!

Did you know adding captions or subtitles can increase your video content reach? Dive into our comprehensive guides to find out how! 

If you’re new to subtitles and captions, we’ll explain all the basics. We uncover the difference between the two and dive into closed vs. open captions and when to use which. Follow our step-by-step articles to walk you through the easiest ways to add captions and subtitles to your videos. 

For those already familiar with captions and subtitles, learn some tricks to streamline your workflow. We share guides on all the latest captioning tools, which will save you the most time and effort.

Read on to elevate your video content with captivating captions and subtitles. Let's dive in and make your videos stand out!

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How to Add Subtitles & Captions in iMovie (Mac, iPhone, iPad)
Wondering how to add subtitles in iMovie for Mac, iPhone, and iPad? Check out this tutorial.
Bridget O’Rourke
Video Creator
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Closed Captions vs Open Captions: Which is Best for Videos?
What's the difference between closed captions vs. open captions? Read our guide to find out and how to choose what type of captions are best for you.
Bridget O’Rourke
Video Creator
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How to Add Captions & Subtitles to a Video: 5 Easy Methods
Learn how to add captions and subtitles to your videos to boost accessibility, engagement, and reach.
Ortal Hadad
Content Specialist & Blog Editor
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Learn how to easily add captions to your Instagram Reels and Stories with our ultimate guide. Improve your accessibility and engagement today!
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Bridget O’Rourke
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