How To Transcribe Youtube Video to Text in 1 Minute (Free to Use)
TLDRThis tutorial video demonstrates a quick and free method to transcribe YouTube videos into text. It's perfect for those seeking lyrics or a textual version of the content. The video outlines two straightforward steps: first, using YouTube's built-in 'Open Transcript' feature to copy the script, and second, utilizing the 'Downsub' website for transcription if the first method falls short. The process is simple, requiring only copying and pasting the video's text, and then downloading it in the desired format, such as SRT or plain text. The video concludes with an invitation to subscribe for more helpful content.
Takeaways
- 😀 The video provides a method to transcribe YouTube videos into text quickly and for free.
- 🔍 Step one involves using YouTube's built-in 'Open Transcript' feature to copy the video script.
- 📑 To access 'Open Transcript', click on the three dots next to the 'Save' option on the YouTube video.
- 📋 Copy the entire script by highlighting and using the right-click copy function.
- ✂️ Paste the copied text into a new document for further use.
- 🌐 The second method introduced is using a website called 'Down Sub'.
- 🔗 If the first option doesn't work, use the 'Share' button to copy the video URL.
- 💻 Visit downsub.com and paste the copied URL into the site to transcribe the video.
- ⏱ Wait for the site to generate the text in different formats, including SRT and plain text.
- 📥 Download the text in the desired format, such as a notepad file.
- 📚 The video ends with an encouragement to subscribe and turn on notifications for more content.
Q & A
What is the main purpose of the video?
-The main purpose of the video is to demonstrate how to transcribe a YouTube video into text quickly and without difficulty.
How many steps does the video suggest for transcribing a YouTube video to text?
-The video suggests two simple steps for transcribing a YouTube video to text.
What is the first step mentioned in the video to transcribe a YouTube video?
-The first step is to use the 'Open Transcript' option by clicking on the three dots beside the save option near the subscribe button and copying the whole script.
How can you copy the entire script from the 'Open Transcript' feature?
-You can copy the entire script by clicking and highlighting all the text, then right-clicking and selecting 'copy'.
What is the second step for transcribing a YouTube video to text if the first option does not work?
-The second step is to use a website called 'Down Sub' (downsub.com) to transcribe the video to text.
What should you do after copying the text from the 'Share' button?
-You should go to downsub.com, paste the text with Ctrl+V, hit the enter button, and wait for it to generate the text in different formats.
What formats does the 'Down Sub' website provide for the transcribed text?
-The 'Down Sub' website provides the transcribed text in formats such as SRT and plain text.
How can you download the transcribed text in text format from 'Down Sub'?
-You can download the transcribed text in text format by selecting 'text' and then downloading it into a notepad.
What should you do if you find the video helpful?
-If you find the video helpful, you should click on the subscribe button and turn on notifications to not miss any future videos from the creator.
What is the significance of the 'Open Transcript' feature in the context of the video?
-The 'Open Transcript' feature is significant as it allows users to easily access and copy the text from a YouTube video, facilitating the transcription process.
How does the video ensure that the transcription process is user-friendly and efficient?
-The video ensures this by providing clear instructions and introducing a dedicated website ('Down Sub') that simplifies the transcription process.
Outlines
📝 Transcribing YouTube Videos to Text
This video tutorial provides a step-by-step guide on how to transcribe YouTube videos into text. It's aimed at users who want to convert spoken content into written form, such as lyrics from a music video or a textual version of any video content. The presenter promises to demonstrate a quick and easy process without any complex steps. The video suggests two methods for transcription: using YouTube's built-in 'Open Transcript' feature and an external website called 'Down Sub' for those who find the first option insufficient. The 'Open Transcript' method involves accessing the video's settings, copying the script, and pasting it into a text editor. The 'Down Sub' method requires copying the video's URL, visiting the website, pasting the URL, and waiting for the transcription to be generated in various formats, including SRT and plain text. The video concludes with an invitation to subscribe and enable notifications for more helpful content.
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Keywords
💡Transcribe
💡Lyrics
💡Text version
💡Open Transcript
💡Copy and Paste
💡Down Sub
💡Generate
💡SRT Format
💡Accessibility
💡Notifications
Highlights
Transcribe YouTube video into text in 1 minute with a free method.
Useful for transcribing voice to lyrics or obtaining a text version of a video.
Two simple steps are shown to transcribe a video quickly and easily.
Step one: Use the 'Open Transcript' option on YouTube.
Access the 'Open Transcript' through the three dots beside the 'Save' option.
Copy the entire script by highlighting and using the 'Copy' function.
Paste the copied text into a new document using 'Ctrl A' and 'Ctrl V'.
Step two: Use the 'Down Sub' website for transcription.
If the first option doesn't work, use the 'Share' button to copy the video URL.
Visit 'downsub.com' and paste the copied URL.
The website generates text from the video.
Download the text in different formats such as SRT and plain text.
The video demonstrates downloading the text in text format.
The transcription service is user-friendly and efficient.
Subscribe for more helpful content and turn on notifications.
The video provides a valuable tool for those needing to transcribe YouTube videos.