TikTok Tests New Video Auto-Caption Tool For More Languages
(TikTok Tests “Video Auto-Caption” for Languages)
TikTok announced a test today. This test involves a new “Video Auto-Caption” feature. The feature aims to generate captions for videos automatically. It targets many languages beyond English. The test covers languages like Spanish, Portuguese, German, French, Japanese, Korean, Malay, Turkish, Vietnamese, and Arabic.
This tool uses artificial intelligence. It reads the video sound. Then it creates written captions matching the spoken words. Users see these captions appear directly on videos. TikTok believes this helps more people enjoy videos. It is especially useful for deaf users or people hard of hearing. It also helps users watching videos without sound. People learning new languages might find it useful too.
Creators currently add captions manually. This new feature could save them time. The auto-captions appear during video playback. Viewers can turn them on or off. TikTok hopes this makes content easier to understand globally. The company states this is part of ongoing work. They want to make TikTok welcoming for everyone.
(TikTok Tests “Video Auto-Caption” for Languages)
The test is happening now. TikTok is gathering feedback. They will refine the tool based on user reactions. A wider global release is planned later. TikTok confirmed the technology recognizes speech patterns. It then translates them into text accurately. The goal remains clear accessibility. TikTok wants users everywhere to connect through video. This feature is one step towards that goal.