How to View and Get the Transcript from YouTube Videos

Jul 12, 2024

How to View and Get the Transcript from YouTube Videos

Introduction

  • Guide on viewing and getting transcripts from YouTube videos
  • Encouragement to subscribe and leave a like

Steps for Viewing Transcript

Accessing YouTube

  1. Go to youtube.com on your computer or mobile device
  2. On mobile: Request the desktop version of the website in your browser

Finding the Video

  1. Find the video you want to get the transcript of
  2. Example: Presenter navigates to their own channel

Opening the Transcript

  1. Pause the video
  2. Scroll below the video player on the right-hand side
  3. Tap on the three dots
  4. Select "Show transcript"
    • Transcript of the video will open
    • Scroll through the entire transcript
    • Timestamps allow navigation to specific parts of the video
  5. To remove timestamps:
    • Tap three dots in the top right of the transcript box
    • Press "Toggle timestamps"

Searching and Copying the Transcript

Keyword Search

  1. Use Ctrl + F (Windows) or Command + F (Mac) to search for specific keywords
    • Example: Typing "iPhone" highlights each mention of the word
    • Click on any highlight to navigate to that part of the video

Copying the Transcript

  1. Click and drag to select text from the desired start point
  2. Right-click and choose "Copy"
  3. Paste into a notepad or any text editor

Conclusion

  • Video guide to accessing and using transcripts
  • Encourage feedback through likes