Auto Captions for Vegas Pro
Auto captions for Vegas Pro: render your edit to MP4 and let Sycamore add word‑by‑word animated captions ready for YouTube.
Create an account to generate and export your captions.
The Vegas to caption workflow
Render your timeline to an MP4, MOV or WebM from Vegas Pro. Upload that file to Sycamore and the engine creates a word‑level transcript. The captions animate as you speak, so the viewer follows every line of commentary.
You can click any word that the transcription missed and type the correct spelling. The timing stays locked, so you never have to re‑sync the whole clip.
Common caption mistakes in Vegas
Leaving captions at the bottom where YouTube’s end screen appears.
Move captions to the top or center so they stay visible after the video ends.
Using a font color that blends with your grade‑controlled footage.
Pick a highlight color that contrasts with your color grade.
Showing a full paragraph at once during fast cuts.
Reduce words per line so each burst of speech fits on screen for a moment.
Animated styles that fit YouTube cuts
Beast
Highlight Words
Word Pop
Staircase
Add auto captions in four steps
Export from Vegas
Render your edit to MP4 (or MOV/WebM) with the audio track you want captioned.
Upload to Sycamore
Drop the file into the editor. The service transcribes and times each word automatically.
Fix and style
Click any mis‑heard word, choose a template, set color and position (top, center or bottom).
Export and upload
Export the burned‑in MP4 and upload to YouTube or any platform.
Calculate your video’s speaking time
[Speaking Time Calculator] tells you how long your script will run, helping you keep YouTube videos under the sweet‑spot length.
Pre‑publish caption checklist
- Captions are placed where YouTube UI won’t cover them
- All proper nouns are spelled correctly
- Words per line are readable during fast cuts
- Highlight color stands out from your grade
- Exported video is MP4 with captions burned in
Frequently
Asked Questions
How do I add auto captions to a Vegas Pro video?
Render the edit to MP4, upload it to Sycamore, choose a caption style and position, fix any mis‑heard words, then export the captioned MP4.
Can I keep my color‑graded footage?
Yes. Sycamore burns the animated captions on top of your existing video, so your grading stays intact.
Do I need to sync the captions manually?
No. The transcript includes word‑level timing, and the animation follows that timing automatically.
What positions are available for the captions?
You can place captions at the top, center or bottom of the frame. Choose the spot that stays clear of YouTube’s controls.
Is there a limit on video length?
The free plan lets you caption up to 10 minutes of video one time. Paid plans start at $19 per month for longer projects.