How to Add Subtitles to Windows Media Player
Move the subtitle file to the folder where the video is located., Rename the subtitle file to the name of the video file., Open the video in Windows Media Player., Make sure that Windows Media Player is set to display subtitles.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Move the subtitle file to the folder where the video is located.
Move or copy the external subtitle file to the folder of the video file you wish to add the subtitles to. -
Step 2: Rename the subtitle file to the name of the video file.
Right click on the subtitle file and click on “Rename.” Type in the name which has been given for the video file and press “Enter.” , Right click on the video file and click on “Play with Windows Media Player”.
You can also double click on the video file if Windows Media Player is your default audio and video player. , Right click on the bar near the top of the Media Player and move the cursor over “Lyrics, captions and subtitles” and select “On if available.” Close the Windows Media Player and restart it to view your videos with captions. -
Step 3: Open the video in Windows Media Player.
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Step 4: Make sure that Windows Media Player is set to display subtitles.
Detailed Guide
Move or copy the external subtitle file to the folder of the video file you wish to add the subtitles to.
Right click on the subtitle file and click on “Rename.” Type in the name which has been given for the video file and press “Enter.” , Right click on the video file and click on “Play with Windows Media Player”.
You can also double click on the video file if Windows Media Player is your default audio and video player. , Right click on the bar near the top of the Media Player and move the cursor over “Lyrics, captions and subtitles” and select “On if available.” Close the Windows Media Player and restart it to view your videos with captions.
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