Closed captions are on-screen text that displays spoken dialogue, sound effects, and other relevant audio cues. They’re designed to support deaf or hard-of-hearing viewers. Unlike open captions, they can be toggled on or off by the viewer.
Closed captions improve accessibility, reach wider audiences, and make content easier to follow in noisy (or silent) environments. They support silent viewing, common on mobile and social platforms. They’re also search-friendly, boosting SEO by giving platforms more text to index.
Include closed captions for all publicly distributed videos. Use them during post-production or upload platform-specific caption files (like .srt or .vtt). Always check timing accuracy and readability.
Include non-speech audio – Capture sound effects, speaker IDs, and music cues for full accessibility.
Maintain proper timing – Ensure captions appear and disappear in sync with the audio.
Use standard formatting – Stick to conventional placement, readable fonts, and consistent line length for viewer comfort.
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