How to Add Subtitles Tutorial | Premiere Pro 2020
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Introduction
Adding subtitles to your video is an essential step for enhancing viewer engagement, especially for social media platforms. In this tutorial, we will walk through the process of adding open captions in Adobe Premiere Pro 2020, ensuring that your captions are permanently burned into your video.
Step 1: Create New Captions
Open a New Caption File
Start by navigating toFile > New > Captions
. A pop-up will appear with several options.Select Caption Type
- Choose Standard Definition Closed Captions for toggling captions on and off.
- Select Closed Captions for High Definition if required.
- For social media, opt for Open Captions to burn them directly into the video.
Step 2: Add Captions to Timeline
- Drag the captions from the Project Panel onto the track above your video clip on the timeline.
- Adjust the duration of each caption clip to match that of your video.
Step 3: Edit Individual Captions
- Each caption will be represented by a black bar on the caption clip.
- Double-click the black bar to open the Captions panel.
Editing Caption Text
- Type your caption text in the provided box.
- Adjust settings such as font size, opacity, and position using respective controls in the panel.
- You can drag the edges of the panel to see all settings clearly.
Caption Positioning
- Change the caption's position using the grid squares for precise adjustments.
- Modify the X and Y values for finer control.
Step 4: Adjust Caption Duration
- Align the caption's duration with the section of audio by dragging the edges of the black caption bar.
- You can also change playback timing by dragging the middle of the black bar.
Step 5: Add Additional Captions
- To add a new caption, click the plus button in the Captions panel.
- Position and adjust the new caption to match your next audio segment.
- The new caption will retain the formatting of the first one, saving you time.
Step 6: Exporting Your Video
- When finished adding captions, go to Export.
- Under the Captions tab, you have options to:
- Burn the captions into your video.
- Create a sidecar file for captions.
- Exclude them from the export completely.
Now you're ready to export your video with your new captions!
Thank you for watching this tutorial; we hope you find this information helpful for creating engaging video content!
Keywords
- Premiere Pro
- Subtitles
- Open Captions
- Closed Captions
- Video Editing
- Social Media
- Export Video
FAQ
Q1: What are open captions?
A1: Open captions are subtitles that are permanently burned into the video and cannot be turned off, making them always visible.
Q2: Can I format the text of my captions?
A2: Yes, you can change the font size, opacity, and position within the Captions panel.
Q3: How do I adjust the timing of the captions?
A3: You can adjust the timing by dragging the edges of the black caption bar to match the audio duration.
Q4: Is it possible to create a file for separate captions?
A4: Yes, during export, you can choose to create a sidecar file for the captions instead of burning them into the video.
Q5: Why are captions important for social media videos?
A5: Captions improve accessibility and engagement, as many users watch videos with the sound off, especially on social media platforms.