Caption Generator for Mac
Caption generator for Mac: upload your clip, edit the transcript, pick a style and export, all in the browser with no download required.
Create an account to generate and export your captions.
You don’t need to install anything
Sycamore runs in Safari or Chrome on any Mac. You drag an MP4, MOV or WebM file into the page and the service transcribes it word by word. The captions stay synced while you fix any mistakes. No installer, no updates.
Common caption oversights on Mac
Leaving captions at the bottom where the macOS menu bar appears in screen recordings.
Put captions at the top or center so the menu stays visible.
Using a tiny font that disappears on Retina displays.
Increase the font size or choose a bold weight in the editor.
Choosing a color that blends with the desktop background.
Pick a highlight color that contrasts with your video’s palette.
Animated styles that fit Mac content
Mozi
Beast
Word Pop
Staircase
Add captions in four simple steps
Upload your video
Drop an MP4, MOV or WebM into the browser window. If your file is in another format, convert it first.
Edit the transcript
Click any word that’s wrong, type the correction, and the timing stays exactly where it was.
Pick a style and position
Select one of the animated templates and choose top, center or bottom for the captions.
Export the MP4
Render the video with captions burned in and download it to your Mac.
Manual captioning vs Sycamore
See why a browser tool beats doing it by hand on a Mac.
Hand‑type subtitles in a video editor
- Method
- Hours
- Time needed
- Limited to static text
- Flexibility
- High cost
Use Sycamore in the browser
- Method
- Minutes
- Time needed
- Animated, word‑timed captions
- Flexibility
- Low cost
| Method | Time needed | Flexibility | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hand‑type subtitles in a video editor | Hours | Limited to static text | High cost |
| Use Sycamore in the browser | Minutes | Animated, word‑timed captions | Low cost |
Convert MOV to MP4 (Mac)
If your screen capture is a MOV, change it to MP4 here before adding captions.
Your file stays on your device. Nothing is uploaded.
Final ready‑to‑post check
- Captions are placed where they don’t block UI elements
- All words are spelled correctly
- Font size and color are readable on Retina screens
- The video exports as MP4 and plays in QuickTime
Start captioning on your Mac
Frequently
Asked Questions
How do I add captions to a video on my Mac?
Open Sycamore in Safari or Chrome, upload the video, edit the transcript, choose a style and export the captioned MP4.
Do I have to download software?
No. Sycamore runs completely in the browser, so there is nothing to install on your Mac.
Can I position captions so they don’t cover the menu bar?
Yes. You can put captions at the top, center or bottom, and you choose the placement before exporting.
What video formats does Sycamore accept?
MP4, MOV and WebM files are supported. Convert other formats to MP4 first if needed.
Is there a free option for occasional use?
The Free plan lets you caption up to 10 minutes of video once, with no credit card required.