Transcribing audio for Resolve videos with Audacity and OpenVINO

Introduction

This tutorial guides you through the process of transcribing audio for DaVinci Resolve videos using Audacity and the OpenVINO plugin. With recent updates, Resolve allows the import of .srt files, making it easier to generate and edit transcripts. This method supports nearly 100 languages, offering a powerful alternative to Resolve's limited transcription capabilities.

Step 1: Install Required Software

To get started, you need to install DaVinci Resolve, Audacity, and the OpenVINO plugin.

1. Download DaVinci Resolve 19

   • Visit the Blackmagic Design support page: DaVinci Resolve
   • Follow the installation instructions for your operating system.

2. Download Audacity

   • Go to the Audacity releases page: Audacity Releases
   • Choose the appropriate version for your system and install it.

3. Download OpenVINO Plugin for Audacity

   • Access the OpenVINO plugin page: OpenVINO Plugin
   • Download and install the latest version of the plugin according to the instructions provided.

Step 2: Set Up Audacity

Once you have installed Audacity and the OpenVINO plugin, you need to configure Audacity for transcription.

1. Open Audacity

   • Launch the Audacity application.

2. Configure OpenVINO Plugin

   • Navigate to the menu and find the OpenVINO plugin settings.
   • Ensure the plugin is enabled and configured for your preferred transcription language.

Step 3: Export Audio from Resolve

To generate a transcript, you’ll need to export your audio from DaVinci Resolve.

1. Open Your Project in Resolve

   • Load the project you want to transcribe.

2. Export the Audio

   • Go to the “File” menu and select “Export.”
   • Choose the audio format compatible with Audacity (e.g., WAV or MP3).
   • Save the audio file to a known location on your computer.

Step 4: Generate Transcript in Audacity

Now it’s time to generate the transcript using Audacity.

1. Import the Audio File into Audacity

   • Click on “File” > “Import” > “Audio.”
   • Select the audio file you exported from Resolve.

2. Run OpenVINO to Create the Transcript

   • Use the OpenVINO plugin to analyze the audio.
   • Choose the language for transcription.
   • Start the transcription process; this may take a few minutes depending on the audio length.

Step 5: Export Transcript as .srt File

After generating the transcript, you need to save it in a format that Resolve can use.

1. Export the Transcript
   • Go to “File” > “Export” > “Export Subtitles.”
   • Choose the .srt format and select a location to save the file.

Step 6: Import .srt File Back into Resolve

With the .srt file ready, you can now import it into DaVinci Resolve.

1. Open Your Project in Resolve

   • Load the same project to which you want to add the transcript.

2. Import the .srt File

   • Click on “File” > “Import” > “Subtitles.”
   • Select the .srt file you exported from Audacity.
   • The transcripts will now appear in your project, ready for editing.

Step 7: Generate a Translated Transcript in Audacity

If you need a translated transcript, you can also do this using Audacity.

1. Run the Translation Feature

   • After generating the original transcript, use the OpenVINO plugin's translation feature.
   • Select the language you want to translate from and choose English as the target language.
   • Start the translation process.

2. Export Translated Transcript as .srt

   • Follow the same steps as before to export the translated transcript as an .srt file.

Conclusion

You have successfully transcribed and translated audio for your DaVinci Resolve videos using Audacity and the OpenVINO plugin. This method provides a robust alternative to Resolve's limited transcription capabilities, allowing you to work with a much wider range of languages and improve the quality of your subtitles. For your next steps, consider exploring further editing options in Resolve to enhance your video projects.