Add Dutch Subtitles to Your Video

1) Sign up for Descript for free. You get one free hour of transcription each month, and no credit card is needed.

2) On the dashboard, click "New Project" and then select "Video Project".

3) Upload your video file. When the "Transcribing..." pop-up appears, choose Dutch as the transcription language and name the speaker(s).

4) Once the transcription is done, review and correct any errors using Correct mode (press C). Utilize Descript's editing tools, like the "Remove filler words" feature, to clean up the transcript.

5) To add subtitles, click on the "Captions" icon. Choose your preferred caption style from the available options.

6) Preview your video to ensure the subtitles are properly timed and accurately reflect the spoken content.

7) When satisfied, go to "Publish" to export your video with subtitles, or download a standalone subtitle file in SRT or VTT format to upload with your video.

• French: Reach a broader European audience, especially in Belgium where both Dutch and French are spoken.
• German: Cater to the large German-speaking population in neighboring Germany, increasing your video's potential viewership.
• Italian: Appeal to the Dutch-speaking community in Italy and enhance cultural exchange.
• Spanish: Engage with the growing number of Spanish speakers in the Netherlands and other Dutch-speaking regions.
• And many more languages to choose from: Catalan, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Finnish, Hungarian, Lithuanian, Malay, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Slovak, Slovenian, Swedish, Turkish, English, Latvian, Romanian, Greek, Hindi.

• Use native speakers: Always have a native Dutch speaker review your subtitles to catch nuances and idiomatic expressions.
• Check for regional differences: Be aware of regional variations in Dutch, such as differences between Dutch spoken in the Netherlands and Belgium.
• Maintain context: Ensure that the subtitles preserve the context and tone of the original dialogue, especially for humor and cultural references.
• Keep it concise: Dutch can be verbose; aim for brevity to ensure subtitles are easy to read and follow along with the video.
• Use formal language: Depending on your audience, opt for formal Dutch to maintain professionalism and clarity.