Guides
Learn how to create better captions with Capinsta.
How automatic captions work
An overview of AI speech recognition, word-level timing, and how Capinsta turns your video's audio into editable captions.
How to improve caption timing
Tips for adjusting word-level timing, fixing sync issues, and getting frame-accurate captions.
SRT versus VTT: which subtitle format to use
A comparison of the two most common subtitle formats, when to use each, and how to export them from Capinsta.
Captions for short-form videos
Best practices for captioning reels, shorts, and TikTok-style content with active-word highlighting.
English, Hinglish, and Telgish caption workflows
How Capinsta handles mixed-language speech common in Indian content, and how to choose the right language mode.
Why captions improve accessibility and viewer comprehension
The measurable impact of captions on engagement, accessibility compliance, and audience reach.