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Captioning tips for creators

Practical guides on captions, subtitle formats, translation and accessibility — so every video you publish reaches more people.

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Growth 5 min read

Why Captions Make People Watch Your Videos for Longer

Most social video is watched on mute. Here's why captions keep viewers scrolling less and watching more — and how to add them without slowing down your workflow.

October 18, 2026

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Style guide 6 min read

Choosing the Right Caption Style for Reels, Shorts and TikTok

Bold pop, karaoke, neon, boxed or classic? A practical guide to matching caption style, size and position to your platform and your content.

October 16, 2026

Translation 6 min read

How to Translate Your Videos and Reach a Global Audience

Translated captions are the fastest way to grow beyond your home country. Learn which languages to target, how to check AI translations, and how to publish multilingual videos.

October 14, 2026

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Explainer 5 min read

SRT vs VTT vs Burned-In Captions: Which Should You Use?

Open captions, closed captions, SRT and WebVTT explained in plain language — plus a simple rule for choosing the right format for every platform.

October 12, 2026

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Accessibility 5 min read

Captions and Accessibility: A Practical Guide for Creators

Good captions make your videos usable for deaf and hard-of-hearing viewers, language learners and everyone watching on mute. Here are the habits that matter most.

October 10, 2026

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Recording tips 4 min read

7 Ways to Record Clearer Audio for More Accurate Auto Captions

AI captions are only as good as the audio you give them. These simple recording habits dramatically reduce transcription mistakes.

October 8, 2026