On-screen text of the spoken words in a video, plus important sounds like [applause] or [door slams], so people who are deaf or hard of hearing can follow what's happening.
Synonyms
- closed captions
- subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing
Related terms
- transcript
- alt text
- screen reader
In plain words
- the text at the bottom of a video showing what's said
- words on screen for people who can't hear the audio
Usage example
The tutorial added captions so viewers could follow it with the sound off.
Don't confuse with…
- subtitlesSubtitles usually just translate dialogue for hearing viewers; captions also convey non-speech sounds and speaker cues for deaf and hard-of-hearing viewers.
Categories
- Accessibility