Use TEXT to edit your video! - Audio Transcription in Resolve 18.5 Beta!

Casey Faris
7 May 202303:50

TLDRThe video showcases the new audio transcription feature in DaVinci Resolve 18.5 Beta, available exclusively in the paid version, Resolve 18.5 Studio. The feature allows users to transcribe dialogue from video clips, creating a text file that can be exported for further use. It enables the creation of subclips from specific parts of the transcript, the addition of markers, and the easy insertion of clips into the editing timeline based on the script search. The presenter, Sam, demonstrates how to use the transcription to find and edit specific parts of his cooking video about making Thai iced tea. He also encourages viewers to share their thoughts on the feature and its potential improvements in the comments section. The video concludes with a reminder about an available course that covers the basics of working in Resolve for creating impressive videos, recently updated for the 18.5 Beta.

Takeaways

  • 📝 The audio transcription feature in DaVinci Resolve 18.5 Beta is available only in the paid version, Resolve 18.5 Studio.
  • 🔍 To use the feature, locate a clip with dialogue in the media pool, right-click, and select 'Transcribe Audio'.
  • ⏱️ Transcribing the audio will take a minute and provides a text version of the dialogue in the clip.
  • 📑 The transcription can be exported as a text file for easy access and reference.
  • ✂️ You can create sub-clips from the script by selecting a portion and clicking the 'Create' button.
  • 📌 Markers can be added to the timeline with specific durations based on the dialogue.
  • 🔍 A search function is available to find specific parts of the script within the timeline.
  • 📈 The script can be used to append or insert clips at specific points in the editing timeline.
  • 🎥 The feature is particularly useful for those working from a script or looking for specific parts in their video.
  • 🌟 The current state of the feature in the 18.5 Beta is considered very useful and is expected to improve with additional features in the future.
  • 📚 For beginners, a course is available that covers the basics of working in DaVinci Resolve and creating amazing videos.
  • 📌 The course has been updated for the Resolve 18.5 Beta, providing users with the latest information and techniques.

Q & A

  • What is the new feature introduced in Resolve 18.5 Beta?

    -The new feature introduced in Resolve 18.5 Beta is audio transcription.

  • Is the audio transcription feature available in the free version of Resolve?

    -No, the audio transcription feature is only available in the paid version of Resolve, known as Resolve 18.5 Studio.

  • How long does it take for the audio transcription process to complete?

    -The transcription process takes about a minute to complete after initiating it.

  • What can you do with the transcribed text in Resolve 18.5?

    -With the transcribed text, you can export it as a text file, create subclips based on the text, add markers with durations, and search for specific parts of the script within the timeline.

  • How can you export the transcription as a text file?

    -You can export the transcription as a text file by clicking on the export button next to the transcription in the media pool.

  • What is the purpose of creating a subclip from the transcribed text?

    -Creating a subclip allows you to isolate and easily access specific parts of the video that you like or need for your project.

  • How can you add a marker to the video clip using the transcribed text?

    -You can select a part of the transcribed text, click on the marker button, and it will add a marker with the duration in between the spoken words.

  • How does the search function within the transcribed text help in editing?

    -The search function allows you to quickly find specific words or phrases spoken in the video, making it easier to locate and edit those parts in your timeline.

  • Can you append or insert the searched clip directly into the timeline?

    -Yes, you can append or insert the searched clip directly into the timeline using the corresponding buttons.

  • What is the speaker's opinion about iced tea?

    -The speaker loves iced tea and mentions that they can't get enough of it.

  • What type of videos does the speaker make?

    -The speaker makes delicious cooking videos for YouTube.

  • What is the speaker's name and what is he planning to make in the video?

    -The speaker's name is Sam, and he is planning to make Thai iced tea in the video.

  • What additional feature is the speaker excited about for future updates of Resolve?

    -The speaker is excited about the potential for more features to be added to the audio transcription tool in future updates of Resolve.

Outlines

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🎙️ Audio Transcription Feature in Resolve 18.5 Studio

The video script introduces a new feature in DaVinci Resolve 18.5 Studio called audio transcription, which is only available in the paid version. The presenter highly recommends upgrading to this version for its value and quality. The feature allows users to transcribe dialogue from video clips, making it easier to manage and edit content. The transcription process takes a short while and results in a text file that can be exported for further use. Users can create subclips from specific parts of the transcription, add markers with durations, and search for particular words or phrases within the transcript to quickly find and edit specific parts of the video. The presenter demonstrates how to use the feature to find and edit a segment about making Thai iced tea from a larger interview. The feature is considered very useful in its current state and is expected to improve with additional features in the future.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡Audio Transcription

Audio transcription refers to the process of converting spoken language from an audio recording into written text. In the context of the video, it is a new feature in Resolve 18.5 Studio that allows users to transcribe dialogue from video clips, making it easier to search, edit, and organize content.

💡Resolve 18.5 Studio

Resolve 18.5 Studio is a paid version of the video editing software DaVinci Resolve. It offers advanced features compared to the free version and is recommended by the speaker for its value and capabilities. The software is being discussed in the video for its new audio transcription feature.

💡Media Pool

The media pool is a workspace within video editing software where users can manage and organize their media files, such as video clips and audio tracks. In the script, the speaker instructs how to find a clip with dialogue in the media pool and use the audio transcription feature on it.

💡Transcribe Audio

This is the action of converting audio dialogue into a text format. In the video, the speaker demonstrates how to right-click on a clip in the media pool and select 'transcribe audio' to generate a text version of the spoken words in the clip.

💡Export

Exporting in the context of video editing means to save a particular element, such as a transcription or a clip, in a specific file format that can be used outside of the editing software. The speaker mentions exporting the transcription as a text file for further use.

💡Sub Clip

A sub clip is a portion of the original video clip that has been selected and separated for individual use. The script describes creating a sub clip from a specific part of the transcription, allowing for easier editing and organization of preferred video segments.

💡Marker

In video editing, a marker is a point in the timeline that can be labeled and used for reference or to indicate a specific moment in the video. The speaker discusses adding a marker to the timeline based on the transcription, which helps in navigating and editing the video.

💡Append

To append in video editing means to add a clip to the end of the existing sequence in the timeline. The script illustrates using the append function to place a selected part of the clip at the end of the video edit.

💡Insert

Inserting in video editing involves placing a clip or segment into a specific point in the timeline without displacing the existing content. The speaker uses the term to describe how a clip can be added at any point in the timeline using the insert function.

💡Search

Searching within video editing software allows users to find specific words or phrases in the transcription, making it easy to locate and edit particular parts of the video. The script demonstrates searching for the name 'Sam' to find and edit specific mentions within the video clip.

💡Thai Iced Tea

Thai iced tea is a popular beverage made from strongly brewed black tea served over ice, sweetened with sugar, and optionally spiced with spices like star anise. In the script, it is the subject of the cooking video that the speaker is editing, and the transcription feature helps to find specific mentions of it in the dialogue.

💡Course

A course, in this context, refers to an educational program or series of lessons designed to teach specific skills, such as video editing in DaVinci Resolve. The speaker mentions an available course that covers the basics of working in Resolve, which has been updated for the 18.5 beta version.

Highlights

Audio transcription feature is available in the paid version of Resolve 18.5 Studio.

The feature is highly recommended for upgrading due to its great value.

Transcription process begins by right-clicking on a dialogue clip and selecting 'Transcribe Audio'.

Transcription takes about a minute to complete.

Transcribed text can be exported as a text file for further use.

Users can create sub-clips from specific parts of the transcribed text.

Markers can be added to clips with specific durations based on the transcribed text.

The transcribed text can be searched for specific words or phrases.

Clips can be easily appended or inserted into the timeline using the transcribed text.

Transcription feature aids in locating specific parts of a video for editing.

The feature is expected to receive further enhancements and feature additions.

A course is available for beginners to learn the basics of working in Resolve.

The course has been updated for the Resolve 18.5 beta.

The audio transcription tool is considered very useful and is anticipated to improve.

Users are encouraged to share their thoughts and suggestions for additional features in the comments.

The tool offers a convenient way to work from a script or find specific video parts.

The feature is currently in the 18.5 beta version and is expected to evolve.

The transcription tool is seen as a neat addition to the Resolve software suite.