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Google Vids, the AI-powered video creation app designed for the workplace, is getting a significant update to help users create more engaging and professional content. Google has announced the rollout of styled, animated captions, a feature designed to make video storytelling more accessible and easier to follow for diverse audiences.
Unlike standard, static subtitles, these new styled captions are designed to synchronize perfectly with audio and media elements. They act as a dynamic visual guide, helping viewers track the narrative flow and improving overall comprehension: especially in noisy environments or for viewers who prefer to watch with the sound off.
Dynamic styling and easy editing
These aren’t just automated text overlays; they are “styled” to feel like a native part of the video production. However, AI isn’t always perfect, and Google knows that. To ensure accuracy, Vids allows users to jump in and manually edit the captions. If the AI makes a spelling or grammar error, or if you simply want to adjust the wording for better clarity, you can make those corrections directly within the app’s interface.
Availability and Rollout
Google is launching this feature with an impressive list of supported languages right out of the gate. Captions can be generated and styled in over 30 languages, including English, Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, German, Hindi, Japanese, and many more. This makes Google Vids an even more powerful tool for global teams that need to share information across different regions and languages.
The best part? You don’t have to wait. The rollout for both Rapid Release and Scheduled Release domains is complete, meaning the feature is available now for eligible users.
Styled captions are available to a wide range of Google Workspace tiers, including Business, Enterprise, Education, and Nonprofits. Additionally, those with Google AI Pro or Ultra subscriptions, as well as the AI Pro for Education add-on, will have access to these new creative tools.
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