Captions and Accessibility for AI Video
Captions are not just a publishing checkbox. They are part of the information design of a video and need the same review as the spoken script.
Start with a clean transcript
Use a readable transcript as the source for captions and correct names, numbers and jargon.
Keep caption timing natural
Break captions at meaningful phrases and leave enough time for viewers to read them comfortably.
Use strong contrast
Place captions over a stable background or add a subtle text background so they remain readable.
Avoid text overload
Show only the words needed for the current moment and avoid stacking multiple messages.
Describe important visuals
Say what the viewer needs to know when an important result is shown only visually.
Check audio quality
Review voice clarity, music volume and pauses on both headphones and phone speakers.
Review motion and flashing
Avoid distracting rapid effects that make the content harder to follow or uncomfortable to watch.
Test without sound
Watch the final export muted and confirm that the story and next action still make sense.