How to Copy a Transcript from YouTube

Copying transcripts from YouTube videos can be helpful for studying, taking notes, or creating content. Whether you’re looking to reference specific information or want to save time, knowing how to get the transcript is a valuable skill. This guide will show you two easy methods to copy transcripts directly from YouTube.

How to Copy a Transcript from YouTube: Step-by-Step Guide

Method 1: Using YouTube's Built-in Transcript Feature

1. Go to the YouTube video you want to transcribe.
2. Look for the Show Transcript button below the video description and click it.

3. If there are timestamps, click the three dots (⋮) next to the X button and select Toggle timestamps to remove them.

4. Highlight the entire transcript by clicking and dragging your mouse over the text. Right-click on the selected text and choose Copy.

5. Open a document (like Google Docs or Microsoft Word) and right-click to choose Paste. Now you have the transcript ready for use!

Note: This method works only on the desktop version of YouTube and is not available on mobile devices.

Method 2: Using a Browser Extension (e.g., YouTube Transcript Extractor)

1. Install the YouTube Transcript Extractor extension for your browser (available for Chrome and Firefox).
2. Navigate to the YouTube video you want to transcribe. The extension will automatically generate a transcript.
3. Simply copy the generated transcript from the extension interface.

Additional Tips:

• Make sure the video has captions in your language. You can change the language in the video settings.
• Instead of right-clicking, you can use shortcuts: Ctrl+C (Windows) or Command+C (Mac) to copy, and Ctrl+V (Windows) or Command+V (Mac) to paste.
• After pasting, check the text for mistakes. You can clean it up to make it easier to read.
• If YouTube doesn't have a transcript option, you can use online tools to get transcripts from videos.

Third-Party Tools for Transcripts

Here are some easy-to-use tools that can create transcripts for you:

• Otter.ai: This tool can listen to audio and make a transcript for you. You can upload the video or record it while it plays.
• Sonix: Sonix can take video files and turn them into text. You can upload your YouTube video and get a transcript.
• Rev: Rev has real people who will listen to your video and write down what is said. You can send them a link to your YouTube video, but this service costs money.
• Temi: Temi works fast to give you a transcript. Just upload the video, and you will get the text back quickly.
• Descript: Descript lets you edit both video and text at the same time. You can import your video and get a transcript to work with.
• Happy Scribe: You can upload your video or give a YouTube link, and Happy Scribe will create a transcript for you.

Always Remember: Some of these services might cost money, so check the prices before you use them. Using these steps and tools, you can easily get transcripts from YouTube videos when needed!