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How to convert SUB subtitles to SRT. Available sub to srt converters.

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How to convert sub to srt file

You can easily achieve sub to srt conversion in almost every (if not any) video subtitle editor or converter,plenty of them are available on market. Considering both SUB and SRT are some of the most common video subtitle formats used it should not be hard to find a tool for this, even some online converters exist that can do this conversion throuh web site.

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Understanding SUB and SRT file formats

SUB and SRT are both subtitle file formats used in video playback. The SUB format is often associated with image-based subtitles, typically used with VobSub, which includes a .sub file and a .idx file. These files contain bitmap images of the subtitles, making them less flexible for editing. On the other hand, the SRT format is a text-based subtitle format that is widely used due to its simplicity and ease of editing. SRT files contain plain text with time codes, making them compatible with most media players and video editing software.

How to convert SUB to SRT

Converting SUB to SRT involves extracting the subtitle text from the image-based SUB format and converting it into the text-based SRT format. This process can be done using specialized software that supports Optical Character Recognition (OCR) to read the subtitle images and convert them into text.

Best software for SUB to SRT conversion

One of the best tools for converting SUB to SRT is Subtitle Edit. This software is free and offers a user-friendly interface for converting subtitle files. It supports OCR, which is essential for converting image-based subtitles to text-based formats.

Steps to convert using Subtitle Edit

  1. Download and install Subtitle Edit from its official website.
  2. Open the software and go to File → Open to load your .sub file.
  3. Once the file is loaded, go to File → Export → SRT to start the conversion process.
  4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the OCR process and save your new .srt file.

By following these steps, you can easily convert your SUB files to the more versatile SRT format, making them easier to edit and use with various media players.

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SUB vs SRT: format comparison

How the SUB and SRT formats compare on the properties that matter most for this conversion.

Comparison of the SUB and SRT file formats
Property .SUB MicroDVD subtitle .SRT SubRip Subtitle
Text styling Basic Basic
On-screen positioning Yes Yes
Timing precision Frame-based Milliseconds
Storage Separate file Embedded in the file
Player support Limited Wide
Plain-text readable Yes Yes
Typical file size Very small Very small
Open standard No Partly open
Introduced — 1997
Developer — Unknown / SubRip community
MIME type — application/x-subrip
Open SUB file Open SRT file

Suggested software and links: sub to srt converters

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Aegisub

A tool for creating and modifying subtitles
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Bistec

A subtitle editor for OS X (macOS)
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Gaupol Subtitle Editor

A subtitle editor
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Gnome Subtitles

A subtitle editor for GNOME
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Jubler Subtitle Editor

A program for editing of text subtitles for videos
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Subcleaner

A subtitle conversion and cleaning utility
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Subs Factory

A utility for creating and editing of video subtitles
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Subtitle Edit

An open source free video subtitle editor
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Subtitle Workshop

A free subtitle editor
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SubtitleCreator

Program for creating and managing movie subtitles
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Swift Create

A subtitling software
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URUworks Subtitle Workshop

An older freeware subtilte editing application

Frequently asked questions

Is the SUB to SRT converter free?

Yes, converting SUB to SRT on 101convert.com is completely free. No registration, email address or installation is required. If you need a higher file size limit or want to convert more files at once, see our plans.

How large can my SUB file be?

You can upload SUB files up to 100 MB and convert up to 100 files at once in a single batch.

What happens to my uploaded files?

Files are processed automatically and deleted from our servers within a few minutes after conversion. We never view or share your files.

Do I need to install any software to convert SUB to SRT?

No. The SUB to SRT conversion runs entirely online in your browser and works on Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iPhone.

Did the conversion fail?

In most cases, the cause is an incorrect file format. Please upload a valid SUB file for this SUB to SRT conversion. Occasionally, the issue may be on our side. We analyze recurring conversion failures and disable or fix the converter if we detect a defect.

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