Guides / Descript

Descript guides

Start with the workflow, learn the caption fundamentals, and check your output before publishing.

Step-by-step guides & common questions

Descript · Guide

Choose a subtitle file, set readable line limits, and check the exported track.

Descript · Guide

Use transcript correction for recognition errors, and distinguish it from editing the recording.

Descript · Update

Understand the caption presets and animation changes announced September 17, 2026.

Creator walkthrough

A source-linked video demonstration hosted by David DeWinter. The 2024 interface may differ from the current version.

Useful with either tool

Choose the right deliverable before you start.

File formats

Check text blocks and timestamps before exporting.

Publishing checklist

Check wording, timing, line breaks, speakers, and sounds.

Practical workflow

A repeatable review workflow for names, numbers, quotes, speakers, and unresolved words.

Practical workflow

A practical delivery checklist for matching the right subtitle file to the final video.