How to Make Text to Speech Videos for FREE

Introduction

Creating engaging videos with text-to-speech capabilities has never been easier, and you can do it entirely for free. This guide will walk you through the process of making your own text-to-speech videos using a user-friendly video editing service called Clipchamp, which is owned by Microsoft. You can use these videos on various platforms, including YouTube, TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram. Let's dive into the steps!

Getting Started with Clipchamp

Visit the Clipchamp Website
Head over to the Clipchamp website. You can find the link provided above and also down in the description.
Create an Account
In the top right corner, click on "Try for free." You will need to create an account; you can use either a Microsoft account, a Google account, or just your email address.
Access the Video Editing Interface
After creating your account, you will be directed to the Clipchamp start page. Click on “Create a Video” in the top right corner to enter the main editing interface.

Using Text-to-Speech

Locate the Text-to-Speech Feature
On the left-hand side, click on the button that says "Record and create." At the bottom of the list, you will find the text-to-speech option. Click on it to open the main text-to-speech interface.
Choose Language and Voice
You can select from over 70 different languages and 170 different voices. Whether you want a male, female, or neutral voice, you have various options to choose from, including different accents and ages.
Customize Your Text
Write your text in the provided field. You can enhance your text-to-speech output by adding punctuation to create various pauses or changes in tone. For instance, inserting a period will create a long pause, while a comma will create a shorter pause.
Preview and Save Your Audio
Once you've entered your text and made the desired customizations, click on "Preview" to listen to it. When you are satisfied, click on "Save to Media," and it will be stored in your media bin for use in your project.
Add Audio to the Timeline
You can add the audio to your video timeline either by clicking the plus icon or dragging and dropping the audio file. At this point, you can also add other elements like videos, images, or music.
Export Your Video
After editing your video, click on the "Export" button in the top right corner and select 1080P to render your video as an MP4 file. This file will include both video and audio.
Extract Audio (Optional)
If you want to separate the audio from the video, use a website like Cloud Convert. Here, you can drag and drop your MP4 and choose to convert it into an audio format such as WAV.

Commercial Use Rights

A common question that arises when creating text-to-speech videos is about the rights to the output. After reviewing the terms of service, it appears that since this is a feature of video editing software, users likely have full rights and licenses to use the outputted text-to-speech for commercial projects.

Conclusion

In just a few simple steps, you can create your very own text-to-speech videos. If you found this guide helpful, consider subscribing for more tutorials. Happy video making!

Keywords

Text-to-speech
Clipchamp
Free video editing
Microsoft
Audio customization
Commercial use rights

FAQ

1. What is Clipchamp?
Clipchamp is a free, user-friendly video editing service owned by Microsoft that allows for video creation including text-to-speech functionalities.

2. Can I use text-to-speech videos for commercial purposes?
Yes, it appears that you have full rights to use the outputted text-to-speech for any commercial projects, as indicated by the terms of service.

3. How do I customize my text-to-speech output?
You can customize your text by adding punctuation (commas, periods, question marks) to create pauses or change the tone of the audio.

4. Is there a way to extract audio from my video?
Yes, you can use a site like Cloud Convert to convert your MP4 video file to an audio format like WAV.