Word by Word Captions
Add word-by-word animated captions to your videos. Each word highlights as it's spoken, creating an engaging reading experience that keeps viewers locked in. AI transcribes and times every word automatically.
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Transparency of caption text
Bold
Override bold/normal weight
Uppercase
Force all caps
Keyword Emphasis
Make important words bigger and bolder
Auto Emoji
Add relevant emojis to keywords
Sound synced to each word appearance
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How to Use Word by Word Captions
- Upload your video file
- Choose a caption style — Hormozi Classic highlights one word at a time in yellow
- Select the language of the spoken content
- Click Process — AI transcribes speech and burns word-by-word captions into the video
Features
- Word-by-word highlighting — each word animates as it's spoken in the video
- AI generates precise per-word timestamps for perfect sync
- Multiple highlight styles: color change, pop, bounce, glow, and sweep
- Proven to increase watch time and viewer retention on short-form content
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are word-by-word captions?
- Word-by-word captions display text on screen and highlight each individual word at the exact moment it's spoken. This creates a dynamic reading experience that guides the viewer's eye and significantly improves engagement compared to static subtitles.
- Which style shows the best word-by-word effect?
- Hormozi Classic shows 1-2 words per line with a bright yellow highlight on the active word. For a full-line display with a sweeping highlight, try the Karaoke preset. TikTok Bounce shows one large word at a time with a bounce animation.
- Does word-by-word captioning improve video performance?
- Yes — studies show that animated word-level captions increase average watch time by 30-40% on short-form platforms. Viewers are more likely to keep watching when their eyes are actively guided through the text.