Captions in Canvas Studio
Generating captions for videos you have created in Canvas Studio is simple, and will provide many useful benefits for various audiences.
- Once you have a video in Canvas, click on the video to open it.
- Select the Captions tab, then click the “Request” button, and choose your language
- Canvas will create captions for you. It may take a few minutes or a few hours to generate the captions.
- Proof-Read your captions. Make any corrections necessary by selecting the line you wish to correct
- Always save every line that is edited
- Don't forget to Publish your captions by clicking the green Publish button at the top right of your window.
Need more detail?
Delve into the in-depth walkthrough below, complete with images and various notes for every step.
In-Depth Walkthrough
Step 1
Once you have a video in Canvas, click on the video’s name to open it.
Step 2
Select the Captions tab, then click the “Request” button, and choose your language.
Step 3
Canvas will create captions for you. It may take a few minutes or a few hours to generate the captions.
Step 4
Proof-Read your captions. Make any corrections necessary by selecting the line you wish to correct and editing.
Step 5
Always save every line that is edited.
Step 6
Don't forget to Publish your captions by clicking the green Publish button at the top right of your window.
Captions in Canvas Studio FAQ
Will captions help viewers who are not deaf?
Yes. Studies have shown that captions help viewers, including those without hearing impairments, to better understand and remember the content. This is beneficial in educational settings where captions can improve focus and engagement with video-based materials. For viewers who are not fluent in the language spoken in the video, captions provide a way to follow along and understand the content better. Captions also make videos usable in noisy environments where audio cannot be heard, such as public transportation or busy public places, as well as in quiet environments where sound cannot be played, like libraries or offices.
