Translate Youtube .sbv files

What are YouTube .sbv files?

YouTube .sbv (SubViewer) files are language files used for video subtitles, particularly on YouTube. This format is similar to the SubRip format but uses a slightly different timecode syntax.

WebTranslateIt is a software localization platform that can help localize YouTube .sbv subtitle files.

.sbv file example

Each subtitle entry contains timecodes (start and end) followed by the subtitle text.

0:00:06.373,0:00:10.373
hundreds of millions of users of social networks around the World

0:00:10.681,0:00:14.681
have completely changed how to communicate online and build your brand

0:00:15.182,0:00:19.182
it used to be your site or your blog at the center

Format Details

  • Timecodes: Format is H:MM:SS.mmm,H:MM:SS.mmm (start time, end time)
  • Text: The subtitle text follows the timecode on the next line
  • Separator: A blank line separates each subtitle entry

How to Translate YouTube .sbv Files?

It is easy to translate YouTube .sbv files with WebTranslateIt. In a project, upload your source .sbv file in the File Manager and translate it on the Translation Interface.

The tools included in WebTranslateIt, such as Batch Operations, the Translation Memory or Machine Translation can help you translate that file automatically, faster and cost effectively.

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