Convert OGV to captions

Sonix transcribes your OGV file and creates closed captions that make your content accessible to everyone.

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About This Format

Understanding OGV files

What is a OGV file?

Open-source video format for web HTML5 playback

OGV files are video files that use the Xiph.Org's open source Ogg container format; may contain video streams that use one or more different codecs, such as Theora. OGV files are primarily used to play webpage video content (usually within video tags within the HTML5 spec). Xiph.Org have a DirectShow codec pack that enables software developers and content creators to include support for OGV files in both open-source and commercial applications. OGV files are a binary stream media container format that combines several codecs of texts, subtitles, audio and video data. OGV files are not called OGG Vorbis files; ‘Vorbis’ is reserved for OGG files which are audio-only files that use the ‘Vorbis’ compression algorithm.

Common Uses

  • Web video embedding
  • Open-source video distribution
  • HTML5 video

Audio Quality

Good quality open-source video format

Transcription Tips for OGV

  • Audio quality depends on Vorbis encoding
  • Web-optimized audio works well for transcription

Where OGV Files Come From

  • Web video platforms
  • Wikipedia/Wikimedia
  • Open-source projects
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SRT, VTT, SCC, and more
How It Works

Create captions from OGV in 6 steps

Step 1

Create account

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

Step 2

Upload file

Upload your OGV 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 OGV 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 OGV captions

Can you create closed captions from OGV files?

Yes! Sonix transcribes your OGV file with precise timestamps and creates closed captions in standard formats.

What's the difference between subtitles and closed captions?

Closed captions include non-speech elements like [music], [applause], and speaker identification. They're designed for deaf and hard-of-hearing viewers.

Are Sonix captions ADA compliant?

Yes! Sonix captions meet accessibility requirements when properly reviewed and edited. Our editor helps ensure timing and accuracy standards.

What caption formats are supported?

Export captions as SRT, VTT, SCC (for broadcast), and other formats. Each format has specific use cases.

Can I add sound descriptions?

Yes! Use our editor to add [music], [laughter], and other non-speech descriptions for full accessibility.

Do captions help with SEO?

Absolutely! Captions make your video content searchable and improve accessibility, both of which can boost SEO rankings.

Why Sonix

Accessible captions from OGV 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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