How to get the transcript of a YouTube video

Thu-May-2023
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There are a few ways to get the transcript of a YouTube video.

  • On a desktop or laptop:
    1. Go to the YouTube video you want the transcript for.
    2. Click the three dots icon below the video title.
    3. Select “Show Transcript.”
    4. The transcript will appear below the video.
  • On a mobile device:
    1. Open the YouTube app.
    2. Find the video you want the transcript for.
    3. Tap the three dots icon in the top right corner of the video.
    4. Select “Show Transcript.”
    5. The transcript will appear below the video.

You can also use a third-party service to get the transcript of a YouTube video. Some popular services include:

  • TranscribeMe: TranscribeMe is a professional transcription service that can transcribe YouTube videos in minutes.
  • Google Cloud Speech-to-Text: Google Cloud Speech-to-Text is a cloud-based service that can transcribe YouTube videos in real time.
  • Otter.ai: Otter.ai is a mobile app that can transcribe YouTube videos as you listen to them.

Whichever method you choose, getting the transcript of a YouTube video can be a helpful way to stay organized and to learn more about the content of the video.