Convert MOV to captions

Create accessible closed captions from your MOV videos. Meet accessibility requirements for iPhone content, Final Cut Pro productions, and professional Apple ecosystem video.

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About This Format

Understanding MOV files

What is a MOV file?

Apple's professional video format used in Final Cut Pro

The MOV file format is one of the most common multimedia containers. It was developed by Apple and is the main file format of their QuickTime Movie codec. It is now fully-compatible for both Macintosh and Windows platforms. MOV files frequently use the MPEG-4 codec for video compression. MOV files may contain audio, video, caption tracks, and timecode information which can be used to synchronize media across multiple devices. You can convert MOV movie files into a variety of different formats. But with Sonix, you don’t need to in order to get a clean, crisp transcript. We accept MOV files as they are and can convert the audio to text in a matter of minutes.

Common Uses

  • Professional video production
  • iPhone/iPad video recording
  • Final Cut Pro projects
  • Mac video editing

Audio Quality

Professional-grade format with excellent audio support

Transcription Tips for MOV

  • Excellent audio quality from Apple devices
  • iPhone recordings use high-quality AAC audio
  • ProRes MOV files have exceptional audio clarity

Where MOV Files Come From

  • iPhone camera
  • Final Cut Pro
  • Professional cameras
  • QuickTime screen recordings
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How It Works

Create captions from MOV in 6 steps

Step 1

Create account

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

Step 2

Upload file

Upload your MOV 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 MOV with word-level timestamps.

Step 5

Edit captions

Fine-tune timing and formatting for accessibility.

Step 6

Export

Download closed captions in SRT, VTT, or SCC format.

Common Questions

Everything about MOV captions

What's the difference between captions and subtitles for MOV?

Captions include speaker identification and sound descriptions (music, applause, door closing) for deaf and hard-of-hearing viewers. Subtitles assume the viewer can hear and focus on translating dialogue.

Are MOV-to-caption conversions ADA compliant?

Sonix generates captions meeting ADA and Section 508 requirements when you include speaker labels and review for accuracy. Essential for educational and business content.

Can I add sound descriptions to MOV captions?

Yes! After transcription, add non-speech descriptions like [music playing], [door closes], or [applause] in Sonix's editor for fully accessible captions.

How do I create closed captions for Final Cut Pro MOV projects?

Export captions from Sonix in SRT or ITT format. Import into Final Cut Pro as a caption track. You can style, position, and time-adjust captions directly in your project.

What caption format works for broadcast MOV content?

For broadcast television, export to SCC or STL formats which meet FCC closed captioning requirements. These formats support the timing and styling standards required for TV.

How accurate are AI-generated captions from MOV?

Sonix achieves 99%+ accuracy on clear MOV audio, especially from iPhones and professional cameras. For professional captioning, a quick human review ensures perfection.

Why Sonix

Accessible captions from MOV files

Accessibility First

Create captions that make your content accessible to deaf and hard-of-hearing viewers.

ADA Compliant

Meet accessibility requirements with properly formatted closed captions.

Sound Descriptions

Add non-speech elements like [music] and [applause] for full context.

SEO Benefits

Captions make video content searchable and improve discoverability.

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