Tools for Audio Descriptions

If an individual has editing rights to a video then they can record an audio description file and add it as an extra track to the video using editing software.

Download Transcript for Video: Adding Audio Descriptions Using Video Editing Software

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Using video editing software to add an extra track to a video you do not own may be a copyright violation. In this situation, there are some free tools available for adding audio descriptions to online videos.

YouDescribe Links to an external site. is a free online tool that allows users to record audio descriptions for YouTube videos from their web browser. The user does not have to download or change the original video.

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