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Video to Text

Convert video to text instantly. Make your videos more accessible with accurate and reliable transcriptions.

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How to convert video to text with Riverside

Step 1

Invite to Studio

Create a new studio and invite up to 9 guests to join your session.

Step 2

Record

Record in high-quality 48 kHz audio for accurate transcriptions.

Step 3

Transcribe

Pick a take to transcribe and in the three-dot menu select “Generate Transcription”.

Step 4

Download

Download all your SRT and TXT files straight after they have finished generating.

Why choose Riverside

Why Riverside is the best video to text software

Transcribe a video instantly

Save time and money. We transcribe your video to text automatically after recording, so you don’t have to hire or download expensive transcribers.

Reliable accurate transcriptions

Our AI technology and high-resolution recordings ensure you get accurate transcriptions. For the best results, you can also remove background noise.

Increase your searchability

Repurpose your video content and increase search result rankings with quick subtitles and text transcriptions.

Suitable formats for all purposes

Download SRT files for effortless video captions and subtitles, even with multiple speakers. Or download TXT files for content repurposing as well as interview, webinar, and lecture notes.

Make videos accessible

Make your video accessible to global audiences or those with hearing impairment. Convert transcriptions into easy-to-follow, customizable AI captions in one click.

Online video to text converter

Riverside.fm is web-based, so you don’t need to download any additional software on your desktop. Simply record, edit and transcribe your videos all online on one platform.

Transform video to text in one click.

Fast and accurate AI transcriptions with Riverside.

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*No credit card needed. Free plan available.

How to choose video to text software

Make sure the software you choose meets the following criteria:

Fast and automatic transcription

Choose software that automatically transcribes video quickly after recording without sacrificing accuracy.

High accuracy

Ensure the software provides accurate transcripts with minimal errors that require corrections.

High-quality audio recording

Record your video’s audio in high quality and reduce background noise to improve transcription accuracy.

File format compatibility

Look for software that provides both text (TXT) files for written content and SubRip (SRT) files for subtitles or captions.

User-friendly interface

Choose transcription software that’s easy to use and simplifies the conversion process from video to text.

Device compatibility

Opt for online transcription software that works across devices without requiring app downloads.

“We were looking for something to capture recordings (especially last minute)...I tested out Riverside and we decided as a team that it was the best.”
Colten Becker Communications Services Engineer | Intuit

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ

Is there an app that converts video to text?

Yes, many apps convert video to text, and all offer different features. Riverside.fm is an all-in-one platform that can automatically transcribe your videos straight after you record and edit them.

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