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Guide to Accessing YouTube Transcripts

Aug 22, 2024

How to View and Get Transcripts from YouTube Videos

Introduction

  • The video provides a guide on how to access transcripts of YouTube videos.
  • Encouragement to subscribe to the channel.

Steps to Access Transcripts

  1. Access YouTube

    • Go to youtube.com on a computer or mobile device (desktop version needed).
  2. Find the Video

    • Navigate to the video you want the transcript for (e.g., from your own channel).
    • Example: "How to Watch Netflix with Friends" video.
  3. Open the Transcript

    • Below the video player on the right side, click on the three dots.
    • Select Show Transcript.
  4. Using the Transcript

    • Scroll through the transcript to view.
    • Click on any timestamp to skip to that part of the video.
  5. Remove Timestamps

    • Click on the three dots in the top right corner of the transcript box.
    • Press Toggle Timestamps to remove timestamps if desired.
  6. Search for Keywords

    • Use Ctrl + F (or Command + F for Mac) to find specific keywords in the transcript.
    • Example: Search for "iPhone" to see where it’s mentioned in the video.
  7. Copy the Transcript

    • Click and drag to select the desired portion of the transcript.
    • Right-click and press Copy.
    • Paste into a notepad or any text editor for formatting.

Conclusion

  • Encourages viewers to like the video if they found the guide useful.
  • Ends with a friendly note.