ShortStack guides
A practical caption checklist
Make captions easier to read and more accurate.
Check meaning first
Correct names, numbers and specialist terms. Make sure omissions or punctuation do not change what the speaker means.
Read on a phone
Review a real export at the size your audience will see it. Use strong contrast and avoid placing important words underneath platform controls.
Keep timing comfortable
Keep words on screen long enough to read. Break text into natural phrases and avoid visual changes that compete with the speaker.
Keep an editable source
Save a version you can correct later. If your workflow needs SRT or VTT files, verify export support before choosing a plan.