Video Format
Add Subtitles to MKV Videos
Add subtitles to MKV files with AI transcription and WYSIWYG export.
Format Details
About MKV Files
MKV
.mkv
Common Use
High-quality video, multi-track audio, film preservation
Why it works well for subtitles
- Supports multiple audio tracks, subtitles, and chapters in one file
- Lossless quality container ideal for high-quality source material
- Common format for long-form content and multi-language source files
Pro tip for MKV files
MKV files can contain embedded subtitle tracks. CutSnap's AI transcribes the primary audio track and lets you create styled burned-in captions for social export.
How It Works
Add Subtitles to MKV in 3 Steps
1. Upload Your MKV
Drag and drop your .mkv file into CutSnap. No conversion or pre-processing needed — CutSnap handles MKV files natively.
2. AI Transcribes Audio
CutSnap's AI transcription extracts the audio from your MKV file and generates accurate, word-level timestamped captions automatically — in over 50 languages.
3. Export with Captions Burned In
Style your subtitles in the live WYSIWYG editor, then export. Your captions are permanently burned into the video — guaranteed to display on every platform and device.
All Supported Formats
CutSnap Works with Every Major Video Format
Add Subtitles to Your MKV Video — Free
No credit card required. Upload your file and get accurate captions in minutes.