Convert WMV to SRT

Generate perfectly-timed SRT subtitle files from your WMV videos. Create professional subtitles for PowerPoint presentations, training videos, and business content.

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About This Format

Understanding WMV files

What is a WMV file?

Windows video format optimized for internet streaming

WMV files, also known as Windows Media Video files, are a compressed video format developed by Microsoft for Internet streaming. Many videos available online are stored in the WMV format. WMV file sizes are smaller so that they are easier to transmit over broadband and mobile networks without sacrificing picture quality and audio clarity. The WMV file is one of the most common files used to store video in Windows. You may see the file when downloading video from the Internet or when someone shares a video via USB device or email. You can watch video stored in WMV files with a variety of media players. Windows Video and Media Player are popular choices since they come installed with many Windows operating systems.
Microsoft Windows Media Player 9 was the last version of the Windows Media Player developed for Mac OS X. However, Mac users can use Flip4Mac WMV (also known as Microsoft Windows Media Components for QuickTime) to play WMV files.

Common Uses

  • Windows video playback
  • Windows video editing
  • Email video attachments
  • Legacy web video

Audio Quality

Good quality Microsoft video format

Transcription Tips for WMV

  • Common Windows format with good support
  • WMA audio track transcribes well
  • Quality varies by encoding settings

Where WMV Files Come From

  • Windows Movie Maker
  • Windows Media Encoder
  • Microsoft Office recordings
  • Business presentations
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How It Works

Convert WMV to SRT in 6 steps

Step 1

Create account

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Step 2

Upload file

Upload your WMV 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 and timestamps your WMV audio.

Step 5

Edit subtitles

Fine-tune subtitle timing and text with our editor.

Step 6

Export SRT

Download your WMV subtitles as an SRT file.

Common Questions

Everything about WMV to SRT

Can I create SRT subtitles from a PowerPoint WMV export?

Yes! Upload your PowerPoint WMV export, Sonix transcribes the narration with word-level timestamps, then export to SRT format. Perfect for adding subtitles to training materials and presentations.

How accurate are WMV-to-SRT subtitle timings?

Sonix generates word-level timestamps from WMV audio tracks with precision within a few hundred milliseconds. Clear narration in presentations produces excellent timing accuracy.

Can I add subtitles to WMV training videos?

Absolutely! Create SRT subtitles from corporate training content, then burn them into the video or convert to MP4 with embedded subtitles for accessible training materials.

How do I embed SRT subtitles into my WMV file?

WMV doesn't natively support embedded subtitles like MKV. Convert to MP4 using HandBrake or similar software and mux the SRT file during conversion for embedded subtitles.

Can I include speaker labels in WMV SRT subtitles?

Yes! Enable speaker detection when exporting to SRT. Perfect for webinars with multiple presenters, panel discussions, and corporate meetings.

What's the workflow for subtitling archived WMV webinars?

Upload WMV to Sonix, transcribe, edit if needed, export SRT. Either burn subtitles into a new video file or provide the SRT separately with your archived content.

Why Sonix

Perfect SRT subtitles from WMV files

Precise Timestamps

Word-level timing ensures your subtitles sync perfectly with the audio.

Universal Format

SRT works with YouTube, Vimeo, Facebook, and all major video platforms.

Customizable

Adjust timing, line length, and caption duration to your needs.

Editor Friendly

Import directly into Final Cut Pro, Premiere, DaVinci Resolve, and more.

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