add subtitles to videos using HandBrake
Add Subtitles to Videos: Quick HandBrake Guide
Boost accessibility and engagement by embedding subtitles with HandBrake. This free, open-source tool works flawlessly for hardcoding subtitles into MP4, MKV, and other formats.
Step-by-Step Tutorial:
- Import Video: In HandBrake, click “Open Source” to load your video file.
- Add Subtitle Track: Navigate to the “Subtitles” tab → Select “Add Track” → Choose your SRT or VTT file.
- Configure Settings:
- Burn In: Enable to permanently embed subtitles.
- Forced Only: Toggle for essential captions (e.g., foreign dialogue).
- Encoding: UTF-8 recommended for special characters.
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