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How to Generate Video Subtitles with OpenClaw

Generate video subtitles with OpenClaw and ToolRouter. Accurate captions from any video.

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OpenClaw automates subtitle generation through batch processing pipelines. Extract transcripts and produce formatted subtitle files for multiple videos with consistent timing and styling in one pass. This systematic approach is essential for content libraries that need subtitles across dozens or hundreds of videos.

Connect ToolRouter to OpenClaw

1Install the CLI
npm install -g toolrouter-mcp
2Call tools directly from OpenClaw
toolrouter-mcp call web-search search --query "AI tools"
toolrouter-mcp tools
No API key needed — account created automatically.All platforms →

Steps

Once connected (see setup above), use the Video Transcripts tool:

  1. Ask OpenClaw: "Transcribe this video and create subtitle files"
  2. OpenClaw extracts the transcript and formats it as subtitles
  3. Review for accuracy and request corrections
  4. Use the subtitle files on your video platform

Example Prompt

Try this with OpenClaw using the Video Transcripts tool
Get the transcript from this video and produce SRT subtitle files. Correct any obvious transcription errors.

Tips

  • Verify technical terms and proper nouns in the generated subtitles
  • Ask for subtitles in multiple languages for international distribution
  • Re-generate subtitles when video content is updated

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