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SRTSubRip Subtitle

An SRT (SubRip Subtitle) file is a text file that pairs each subtitle line with a sequence number, a start and end time, and the text to display. It's the most widely used subtitle format — nearly every video player, sharing platform, and editing tool can read it.

SRT or VTT: which to choose

Both formats pair text with a time range, but they don't target the same use case.

  • SRT is older and universally supported by editing software
  • SRT is a plain-text format, with no styling or on-screen positioning
  • VTT (WebVTT) is a web standard, natively recognized by HTML5 video players

Exporting SRT subtitles with Videas

Scribe automatically generates a video's subtitles with AI, which you then correct in a timeline editor. From there, you export them as SRT — individually or in bulk for an entire library — or publish them directly to the Videas player, with no file export at all.

Frequently asked questions

What does SRT mean?+

SRT stands for SubRip Subtitle: a text file that pairs each line with a time range and the subtitle text to display.

Does the SRT format support styling?+

No. An SRT file is plain text, with no font, color, or position: the player applies the styling at display time.

Can I export my subtitles as SRT from Videas?+

Yes, individually or in bulk for an entire library at once.

Do I need to export an SRT file for subtitles to show up in the Videas player?+

No. Subtitles publish directly to the Videas player in one click; SRT export is for reusing them elsewhere — social media, another player, editing.

What's the difference between SRT and VTT?+

SRT is older and universally supported by editing software. VTT is a web standard, natively recognized by HTML5 video players.