Video Captions - Subtitle Editor & Export
Style and export captions for any video. Import SRT, VTT, or ASS, or type captions by hand. Customizable fonts and colors, burned-in or SRT/VTT output, plus karaoke-style word highlighting.
How it works
- 1 Download FileHop Free · 175 MB · Mac & Windows
- 2 Open the folder with your files It opens like Finder or File Explorer.
- 3 Right-click your file Pick the tool you need — it runs instantly, on your device.
Caption editing and export run locally. Captions are not auto-generated.
Just 175 MB
Caption Features
Import or Type Captions
Import SRT, VTT, or ASS files, or add captions by hand, then edit each cue. FileHop does not generate captions from speech.
Karaoke-Style Word Highlighting
Word-by-word highlighting like TikTok and Reels. Word timing isn't auto-generated from speech.
Local & Private
FileHop runs on your device and works completely offline. Your videos never leave your computer.
Free
No per-minute charges like cloud services. Edit and export captions free, no watermarks.
Why FileHop Beats Online Caption Tools
| Feature | Online Tools | FileHop Desktop |
|---|---|---|
| Upload Required | ❌ Required | 🎯 Never |
| File Size Limit | ❌ 50MB max | ♾️ Unlimited |
| Speed | ⏳ Slow (upload/download) | ⚡ Instant |
| Batch Processing | ❌ 1 file | ✅ 1000s |
| Privacy | ⚠️ Risky (cloud upload) | 🔒 100% Local |
| No Watermark | ⚠️ Sometimes added | ✅ Never |
| Offline | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
| Cost | Free | Free ✅ |
Perfect For
Content Creators
Style captions for TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram Reels, with karaoke-style word highlighting.
Educators
Make course videos accessible by editing and exporting accurate caption files. Everything stays on your device.
Businesses
Caption training videos and marketing content locally, keeping confidential material on your own machine.
Why Choose FileHop Desktop?
Privacy First
Files never leave your computer. No cloud upload.
Lightning Fast
Process files 10x faster than online tools. No upload wait, no download wait.
No Limits
Convert unlimited files of any size. Batch process thousands in one click.
Batch Processing
Convert, compress, or edit hundreds of files at once — a whole folder in one go.
Works Offline
No internet required. Perfect for flights, secure environments.
Free to Use
No trial limits, no watermarks, no credit card required.
When You Need This
Real scenarios where this conversion solves a specific problem.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is FileHop's caption feature free?
Yes. Editing and exporting caption files is free, with no watermarks.
Does FileHop generate captions automatically?
No. FileHop has no speech recognition. Import an SRT, VTT, or ASS file, or add and edit captions by hand.
What is karaoke-style captioning?
Karaoke-style captions highlight each word in turn, an effect popular on TikTok and Reels. Word timing isn't auto-generated from speech.
Do I need internet to use captions?
No. Caption editing and export run entirely on your device, offline.
What video formats are supported?
FileHop supports all common video formats including MP4, MOV, AVI, MKV, WebM, and 400+ others. Simply select your video to work with its captions.
Can I customize the caption appearance?
Yes, full customization including font style, size, color, background, position, and animation. Match your brand or create eye-catching styles for social media.
What's the difference between burn-in and SRT export?
Burn-in permanently embeds captions in the video - perfect for social media where platforms may not support subtitle files. SRT/VTT creates separate subtitle files you can upload to YouTube, Vimeo, or use in video editors.
Is my video data private?
Yes. Caption editing and export happen on your device - videos never leave your computer.
Which caption file formats can I import and export?
Import SRT, VTT, and ASS. Export SRT and VTT, or burn captions into the video.
What languages can I caption in?
Any language you can type or import from a subtitle file.
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Learn More
Understand video formats, compression, and how FileHop compares to alternatives