Convert AU to subtitles

Sonix transcribes your AU file and creates timestamped subtitles in SRT, VTT, and other formats.

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About This Format

Understanding AU files

What is a AU file?

Audacity project audio chunks

Audacity, an open source audio editor, breaks long tracks into small pieces so it can edit them more efficiently. Thus, when you save an Audacity Project File (.AUP), Audacity will automatically create a _data folder that has the same name as the AUP file and breaks the longer audio file into smaller chunks that have the .AU extension. Thus, when Audacity opens up the AUP Project File, it loads the individual AU files in the correct sequence automatically. The user should not move or rename and AU files in the _data folder.

Common Uses

  • Audacity audio editing
  • Audio project files

Audio Quality

Part of Audacity projects - quality depends on original source

Transcription Tips for AU

  • Export from Audacity as WAV or MP3 for best results
  • AU files are typically project chunks, not standalone audio

Where AU Files Come From

  • Audacity project folders
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How It Works

Create subtitles from AU in 6 steps

Step 1

Create account

Sign up for Sonix's free trial. Includes 30 minutes free.

Step 2

Upload file

Upload your AU file from your computer or cloud storage.

Step 3

Select language

Choose from 53+ languages spoken in your file.

Step 4

Auto-transcribe

Sonix AI transcribes your AU with word-level timestamps.

Step 5

Split subtitles

Customize line length, duration, and subtitle breaks.

Step 6

Export

Download subtitles as SRT, VTT, or other formats.

Common Questions

Everything about AU subtitles

Can you create subtitles from AU files?

Yes! Sonix transcribes your AU file with word-level timestamps and creates professional subtitles in SRT, VTT, and other formats.

What subtitle formats are supported?

Export subtitles as SRT (most universal), VTT (web video), FCPXML (Final Cut Pro), and many more formats.

Can I customize subtitle timing?

Yes! Adjust max characters per line, lines per caption, max duration, and manually fine-tune any timing.

How do I add subtitles to my video?

Upload the SRT/VTT file to YouTube, Vimeo, or import into your video editor. You can also burn subtitles directly into the video.

Can I translate subtitles?

Yes! Sonix can translate your subtitles into 54+ languages, making your content accessible globally.

Are the subtitles accurate?

Sonix achieves up to 99% accuracy. Use our editor to make any corrections before exporting.

Why Sonix

Professional subtitles from AU files

Multiple Formats

Export subtitles as SRT, VTT, FCPXML, and more for any platform.

Customizable

Control line length, duration, and style of your subtitles.

Translate

Create subtitles in 53+ languages from your original audio.

Burn-in Option

Permanently embed subtitles into your video with one click.

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