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Video captioning guides
Practical tips for captions that are accurate, readable and engaging.
October 27, 2026 · 4 min read
How to Add Captions to TikTok, Reels and YouTube Shorts
A step-by-step guide to adding accurate, good-looking captions to vertical videos, plus the mistakes that make captions hard to read.
October 24, 2026 · 3 min read
Why Captions Matter for Short Videos (Even If Your Audio Is Great)
Captions aren't only for accessibility. Here's how they help viewers who watch muted, non-native speakers, and your own watch time.
October 20, 2026 · 3 min read
8 Caption Styles for Short-Form Video (and When to Use Each)
From bold word-by-word highlights to clean subtitle boxes, here are the caption styles that work best for TikTok, Reels and Shorts.
October 16, 2026 · 3 min read
Open vs. Closed Captions: What's the Difference and Which Should You Use?
Burned-in captions or a separate SRT file? A plain-English comparison of open and closed captions, with advice for social media, YouTube and websites.
October 12, 2026 · 3 min read
Where to Put Captions on Vertical Videos (Safe Zones Explained)
Social apps cover parts of your video with buttons and text. Here's where to place captions on TikTok, Reels and Shorts so they're never hidden.
October 8, 2026 · 3 min read
Caption Accessibility: 7 Best Practices for Inclusive Videos
Captions are essential for deaf and hard-of-hearing viewers. Here are seven practical guidelines for captions that are accurate, readable and inclusive.
October 4, 2026 · 3 min read
How to Choose the Right Font for Video Captions
Font choice shapes how your captions feel and how easy they are to read. Here's how to pick a caption font for your style of video.