Stream - Manage or edit transcripts and captions Tutorial

In this video, you will learn how to manage or edit transcripts and captions.
The video covers the importance of making videos inclusive by providing subtitles and transcripts for better comprehension and accessibility for the deaf and hard of hearing.
Users have the option to activate subtitles by clicking the CC button and selecting the language.
They can also customize the display by changing the size or color of the subtitles.
Transcription with chapters allows users to directly access specific parts of the video by clicking on the text.
Additionally, users can run a keyword search in the transcript using the search bar for more convenience.
Learning how to manage or edit transcripts and captions will help you make your videos more accessible and inclusive.

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Objectifs :

Understand the importance of inclusivity in online videos through the use of subtitles and transcripts, and learn how to utilize these features for improved accessibility.

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The Importance of Inclusivity in Online Videos
When posting a video online, inclusivity is paramount. Subtitles and transcripts play a crucial role in enhancing comprehension and engaging viewers, particularly those who are deaf or hard of hearing. By providing these features, content creators ensure that their videos are accessible to a wider audience.
How to Activate Subtitles
Users have two primary options to make videos more accessible: - **Activating Subtitles**: To enable subtitles, click the 'CC' button located at the bottom right of the video player. Users can then select their preferred language if necessary. - **Customizing Subtitle Display**: Users can further personalize their viewing experience by adjusting the subtitle size or color. This can be done by selecting 'Playback Options' followed by 'Caption Settings.'
Utilizing Transcription Features
Transcription is another valuable feature that can be enabled or disabled based on user preference. The benefits of using transcription include: - **Chapters**: Transcription often includes chapters, allowing users to click on specific text that interests them to jump directly to that section of the video. - **Keyword Search**: For added convenience, users can perform a keyword search within the transcript using the search bar, making it easier to find relevant information quickly.

FAQ :

Why are subtitles important for online videos?

Subtitles are crucial for making videos inclusive, as they improve comprehension for viewers who are deaf or hard of hearing, and they can also help non-native speakers understand the content better.

How can I enable subtitles on a video?

To enable subtitles, click the CC button located at the bottom right of the video player. You can then select your preferred language if available.

Can I customize the appearance of subtitles?

Yes, you can customize the size and color of the subtitles by selecting Playback Options and then Caption Settings in the video player.

What is the benefit of using a transcript?

Transcripts provide a text version of the video content that can be searched for specific keywords, making it easier to find relevant information quickly.

How does transcription with chapters work?

Transcription with chapters allows you to click on specific text segments in the transcript to jump directly to that part of the video, enhancing navigation and accessibility.

Quelques cas d'usages :

Accessibility in Education

In educational settings, teachers can use subtitles and transcripts to ensure that all students, including those who are deaf or hard of hearing, can access video content. This promotes inclusivity and enhances learning outcomes.

Content Creation for Diverse Audiences

Content creators can utilize subtitles and transcripts to reach a wider audience, including non-native speakers and individuals with hearing impairments. This can lead to increased engagement and viewership.

Corporate Training Programs

Businesses can implement subtitles and transcripts in training videos to ensure that all employees understand the material, regardless of their hearing ability. This can improve training effectiveness and employee retention of information.

Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

By providing transcripts for videos, businesses can enhance their SEO efforts. Search engines can index the text, making it easier for potential customers to find relevant video content through keyword searches.

Glossaire :

Subtitles

Text displayed on the screen that represents the spoken dialogue in a video, often used to aid comprehension for viewers who are deaf or hard of hearing.

Transcripts

Written records of the spoken content in a video, providing a text version that can be searched and referenced.

CC button

The 'Closed Captioning' button located at the bottom right of a video player, allowing users to enable or disable subtitles.

Playback Options

Settings available in a video player that allow users to customize their viewing experience, including subtitle size and color.

Caption Settings

Options within Playback Options that enable users to adjust the appearance of subtitles, such as size and color.

Transcription with chapters

A feature that allows users to navigate a video by clicking on text segments in the transcript, facilitating easier access to specific content.

Search bar

A tool that allows users to input keywords to find specific content within a transcript.

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The most important thing when you post a

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video online it is to make it inclusive.

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Subtitles and transcripts improve

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comprehension and capture the attention

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of the deaf and hard of hearing.

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Users have two options to make

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the video more accessible.

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They can activate subtitles by

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clicking the CC button at the

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bottom right of the video and then

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choose the language if needed.

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They can still customize their display

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by changing the subtitles size or

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color by selecting Playback Options,

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then Caption Settings.

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With Transcription,

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you can enable or disable this

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feature according to your preference.

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The advantage of Transcription with

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chapters is that you just have to

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click on the text that interests

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you to access it directly on the

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video. For more convenience, you can run a

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keyword search in Transcript

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by using the Search bar.

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