Input example
approved-script.txt + voiceover.wav before exporting SRT
Subtitle file format
SRT subtitle files and SRT vs VTT workflow
SRT is the default handoff format for many creator and platform workflows. TimedSubs treats it as a delivery asset: timing must be valid, subtitle lines must be readable, and the text should match the approved script.
Output asset example
a checked SRT subtitle file with quality status preserved
Common quality signal
A subtitle line overlaps or reads too fast, so export should pause until it is fixed.
Decision points
Best use
Use SRT when you need a portable subtitle file for YouTube Studio, creator handoff, review, or downstream video editors.
SRT vs VTT decision
Choose SRT when portability and editor/platform handoff matter most. Choose VTT when the destination is a web player, review page, or HTML5 video workflow that expects WebVTT metadata.
TimedSubs angle
TimedSubs starts from your script and matching audio, then exports SRT after checking subtitle line order, duration, overlap, and readability.
Delivery risk
A technically valid SRT can still fail a viewer. Long subtitle lines, dense text, or script/audio mismatch should stay visible before export.
Practical workflow
- 1
Upload the approved script and matching voiceover audio.
- 2
Review subtitle line timing and quality issues.
- 3
Export SRT when plan access and quality checks allow delivery.
Product boundary
TimedSubs creates subtitle files and quality notes for downstream video workflows.
FAQ
Does TimedSubs create SRT from video URLs?
No. Upload files you own or have permission to process.
Can SRT keep styling?
SRT is mostly timing and text. Use ASS or editor styling when visual style matters.
SRT vs VTT: which should I export?
Use SRT for broad platform and editor handoff. Use VTT when your web player, review surface, or client workflow specifically expects WebVTT.