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YouTube Text Tools (TT): convert YouTube video to text. Watch YouTube video with transcript in any language. Get summary. Chat with…
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👉 How to get started
1. Install the extension by clicking on the “Add to Chrome” button.
2. Open any YouTube video.
3. Get YouTube transcript with time codes, automatic scrolling and translations! Save time reading Youtube video summary. Chat with video to get additional insights!
➖➖➖ Use Cases and Features ➖➖➖
1️⃣ Convert/Transcribe YouTube Videos to Text Format
➖ YouTube Text Tools converts spoken content in videos into written text, making it easy for users to access and read video content as a transcript. This feature is perfect for those who prefer reading to listening or who need a written record for reference.
2️⃣ Explore and Search Through Textual Content
➖ Navigate quickly through the transcribed text to pinpoint the information you need without watching the entire video. This search functionality saves time and enhances productivity, especially for students and professionals who require specific information from lengthy videos.
3️⃣ Quickly Search for Specific Places in a Video
➖ With YouTube Text Tools, you can search for keywords in the transcript which are linked to their respective timestamps in the video. This allows users to jump directly to points of interest, streamlining the content consumption process.
4️⃣ Copy Text to Your Note-Taking Apps
➖ Easily transfer extracts from the transcript to your favorite note-taking apps, personal knowledge bases, or even to AI summarizers. This feature supports efficient information management and study practices, making it invaluable for research and learning.
5️⃣ Learn Foreign Languages
➖ For learners of foreign languages, YouTube Text Tools offers a unique way to practice both listening and reading skills simultaneously. By reading along with the transcript while listening to the audio, users can improve comprehension and pronunciation.
6️⃣ Watch Video and Read Text with Automatic Scrolling
➖ Enhance your viewing experience with automatic scrolling that syncs the text with the video playback. This feature ensures you can read the transcript in real time without manually adjusting your screen, perfect for multitasking learners and professionals.
7️⃣ Easy to Use
➖ YouTube Text Tools is designed with simplicity in mind, ensuring that users of all tech levels can navigate and utilize the extension without a steep learning curve. This ease of use enhances user satisfaction and accessibility.
8️⃣ No Ads
➖ Enjoy an uninterrupted experience with YouTube Text Tools, which operates completely ad-free. Users can focus entirely on their content without distractions, making it more efficient and pleasant to use the tool for any purpose.
9️⃣ Get Video Summary with AI
➖ With the power of AI, you can now absorb more information in less time. This feature distills the essence of lengthy videos into concise, easily digestible summaries
🔟 Chat with Video
➖ Elevate your video watching experience with our innovative "Chat with Video" feature, designed to transform the way you engage with YouTube content. Ask questions directly from any video to gain deeper insights, clarify doubts, and explore topics further.
➖➖➖ Why to choose YouTube Text Tools? ➖➖➖
⏰ Maximize Productivity
➖ Streamline Your Workflow: For content creators, YouTube Text Tools is a game-changer. It transforms video content into text swiftly, providing a solid foundation for content modification or repurposing. This feature not only saves hours of transcription time but also ensures your content remains accurate and true to your original message.
➖ Simplify Regular Transcriptions: Tailored for educators, students, and professionals, this extension offers a hassle-free solution for converting spoken content into written text, making regular transcriptions effortless and quick.
➖ Streamline Content Analysis: Use YouTube Text Tools to copy video transcripts directly into AI tools for quick summarization or in-depth analysis. This feature is ideal for professionals and students who want to dissect detailed presentations or lectures efficiently. By leveraging AI, you can extract key points and themes from extensive content, making it easier to focus on the most relevant information.
💡 Gain Insights from Industry Leaders
➖ Capture Expert Insights: With YouTube Text Tools, you can easily convert speeches, interviews, and seminars from thought leaders into text. This feature is perfect for those who want to engage deeply with expert content at their own pace, facilitating better understanding and retention.
➖ Unlock Research Potential: The search functionality within transcripts allows users to locate specific information swiftly—ideal for academics and professionals needing to extract detailed insights or trigger creative ideas from video content.
📕 Manage Your Information Better
➖ Keep Your Insights Organized: Turn your videos into text and save them in a way that you can easily search and find later. YouTube Text helps you organize your digital notes and information, so you can access what you need without hassle.
➖➖➖ Frequently Asked Questions ➖➖➖
❓ How does YouTube Text Tools work?
💡 YouTube Text is a Chrome extension that turns YouTube videos into text. It writes down what's said in the videos, making it easy for you to find and read specific parts.
❓ Is this extension free?
💡 Yes, right now it's completely free to use. In the future we're planning to introduce some paid features.
❓ Does this extension keep my information private?
💡 Yes, it does! The extension works right in your browser, keeping your personal details secure and private. It doesn’t collect or keep any of your data.
❓ Can this extension transcribe any YouTube video?
💡 Yes, it can transcribe any YouTube video with captions into text format and supports multiple languages. Videos without captions will be supported soon.
Latest reviews
- (2025-05-23) Stephen Morel: No longer works
- (2025-05-08) NIRBHAY MISHRA: not working , now the text area becomes only white instead of text, pls fix it
- (2025-05-08) Sharanya Eshwar: Hi this tool was working till May 7th 2025, but has suddenly stopped working after that, please fix this
- (2025-05-07) Yasa romashka: open video with elon mask like a test
- (2025-04-20) Kiryl: Fake reviews, does not work
- (2025-04-08) Vlad Sviridov: Perfect for what I need!!!
- (2025-03-11) Vi Le: Works well! Thank you guys, developers!
- (2025-02-13) Samej Gaming: So easy to use.
- (2025-02-13) ogalla victor: Perfect!!!
- (2025-02-13) Thompson Darrick: Amazing tool
- (2025-02-13) Bruma Castillo: Fantastic extension! It does exactly what I need without unnecessary extras. Whether I'm pulling text for research or transcribing interviews, YouTube Text Tools is quick, efficient, and accurate. It’s a real time-saver and definitely worth installing.
- (2025-02-13) Brenda Thomas: Excellent tool! YouTube Text Tools has made my workflow a lot smoother. I can easily grab text from videos for translation and other tasks, and it’s quick and accurate. The best part is how intuitive it is—it doesn’t take any time to get the hang of it.
- (2025-02-13) Andy smith: As someone who works with YouTube content daily, this extension has been a lifesaver. I’m able to extract, edit, and save text from videos in just a few clicks. It's reliable and works without a hitch every time. Definitely recommend it to others who need this kind of functionality!
- (2025-02-13) Alessandra Peterson: Really impressed with how useful this tool is! I started using it to help with subtitles and it has exceeded my expectations. It’s user-friendly and incredibly efficient. No more struggling with manual transcription—this extension does the job seamlessly!
- (2025-02-13) Albert Caleb: Perfect for what I need! The YouTube Text Tools extension makes it so easy to extract subtitles and texts from YouTube videos. I use it for translating and summarizing content for my work, and it saves me so much time. Plus, it’s lightweight and doesn’t slow down my browser. Totally worth it!
- (2025-02-13) Ahmed Sheidu: This extension does exactly what it promises and more! I love how easy it is to use, and the interface is very straightforward. Whether I'm pulling text from a video for research or just for fun, it works every time. A must-have for YouTube enthusiasts and content creators alike!
- (2025-02-13) Ramond Charles: I've been using YouTube Text Tools for a while now, and I must say it's a game-changer! The ability to quickly extract and analyze text from video captions is so helpful. It’s definitely saved me a lot of time when transcribing videos and gathering information. Highly recommend for anyone who works with YouTube content regularly!"
- (2025-02-13) Rex John: Brilliant!
- (2025-02-13) Rita Andrews: I'm so impressed with the innovation behind this tool.
- (2025-02-13) Queen bella: The integration with other platforms is seamless.
- (2025-02-13) Pro Davex: Amazing tool!
- (2025-02-13) Phillip Felix: I love being able to export the transcript in different formats.
- (2025-02-13) Patrick John: Just too good!
- (2025-02-12) MARKETING EXPERT: As someone trying to improve my language skills, this tool is a lifesaver! I can watch videos in different languages, follow along with the transcripts, and get a quick summary of the video.
- (2025-02-12) Lisa Patrick: This is such a helpful tool! I’ve been using it to read through videos I don’t have time to fully watch, and the summaries are spot-on. Plus, having the transcript in my preferred language is a game-changer.
- (2025-02-12) Kathy Leila: I’ve been using this YouTube text tool for a few days now, and I’m amazed at how well it works!
- (2025-02-12) Kathy Anderson: This tool really elevates the YouTube experience.
- (2025-02-12) Kathy Moser: I can’t believe how amazing this tool is! 😄 It’s helped me so much with YouTube videos in different languages, and I’m loving the transcripts.
- (2025-02-12) Jesse Gray: Honestly, this is such a cool feature! I can’t tell you how many times I’ve watched a video and wished I could just read through the important parts. Now with the transcript and summary, I can breeze through the content. Super useful!
- (2025-02-12) Jenny Cooper: Enthusiastic and Excited: "Wow, this tool is a game-changer! 😍 Being able to watch YouTube videos with a transcript in any language is so helpful.
- (2025-02-12) More Dollars: This plugin has been a game changer for me
- (2025-02-12) Kevin Daniel: A must use for everyone
- (2025-02-11) Jane Verthein: Love this tool!!!!
- (2025-02-11) James Jeremy: "The free trial is a great way to test out the features.
- (2025-02-11) James Robinson: This is the best transcription service I've ever used
- (2025-02-11) Iko-ojo Ej: The pricing is very reasonable for the value you get.
- (2025-02-11) Fowosherebanky: Perfect!!
- (2025-02-11) Evans Anthony: this tool helps me quickly transcribe interviews.
- (2025-02-11) Eric Todd Hill: Nice plugin
- (2025-02-11) Elite growth: So happy to have found this extension!
- (2025-02-11) Elder Dave: This tool has helped me improve my listening comprehension.
- (2025-02-11) Doris Davis: I use this to generate subtitles for my videos.
- (2025-02-11) Jack Harry: Wow! I love this extension.
- (2025-02-09) Savvy: Accuracy of the translated transcripts is impressive.
- (2025-02-09) Darvin Yorder: The translation feature is a game changer for international collaboration.
- (2025-02-09) Osvaldo Reggie: I'm so glad I can finally understand videos in other languages.
- (2025-02-09) Darmian Willson: The tool handles accents well, which is a huge plus.
- (2025-02-09) Cordelia Auden: Even with technical jargon, the transcript is remarkably accurate.
- (2025-02-09) SAM GAB: The subtitles are spot on. Great for accessibility.
- (2025-02-09) Ryan Elvis: I love that I can get transcripts in multiple languages. Makes research so much easier.
Statistics
Installs
5,000
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Rating
4.7093 (86 votes)
Last update / version
2025-06-13 / 1.2.9
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