How to Merge a Subtitle File Directly With a Movie on Mac Using Subler

Subler is a powerful and user-friendly application for macOS that allows you to add subtitle files directly to your movie files. This can be incredibly useful if you have a movie without built-in subtitles or if you want to replace the existing subtitles with a different language or better-quality subtitles. In this guide, we will walk you through the process of merging a subtitle file with a movie using Subler.

Prerequisites

Before you get started, make sure you have the following:

• Mac computer: Subler is compatible with macOS.
• Movie File: The video file to which you want to add subtitles.
• Subtitle File: The subtitle file you want to merge with the movie. Common subtitle formats include .srt, .sub, .ass, and .ssa.

Step 1: Download and Install Subler

1. Visit the Subler website and download the latest version of Subler.
2. Open the downloaded .dmg file and drag the Subler app into your Applications folder.

Step 2: Launch Subler

1. Open Subler by going to your Applications folder and double-clicking the Subler icon.

Step 3: Import Your Movie File

1. Click on “File” in the top menu and select “Open” or use the keyboard shortcut Cmd + O to open the movie file to which you want to add subtitles.

Step 4: Import Your Subtitle File

1. With the movie file open in Subler, click on “File” again and select “Import” or use the keyboard shortcut Cmd + I.
2. Navigate to the location of your subtitle file and select it. Subler will automatically recognize the subtitle format.
3. Click the “Import” button to add the subtitle file to your movie.

Step 5: Edit Subtitle Settings (Optional)

1. If you need to make adjustments to the subtitle settings, such as font size, color, or positioning, select the subtitle track in the Subler interface.
2. Click the “Metadata” tab and make your desired changes.
3. Click the “Save” button to apply the changes.

Step 6: Save the Merged Movie

1. After importing the subtitle file and making any necessary edits, click on “File” and select “Save” or use the keyboard shortcut Cmd + S.
2. Choose a location to save the merged movie file and give it a new name if desired.
3. Click the “Save” button.

Step 7: Wait for the Merging Process

1. Subler will begin merging the subtitle file with the movie. The time this takes depends on the length of your movie and the processing power of your Mac.
2. Once the process is complete, Subler will display a message indicating that the file has been saved successfully.

Step 8: Play Your Merged Movie

1. You can now close Subler and locate your merged movie file at the location you specified.
2. Open the merged movie with your preferred media player, and the subtitles should be displayed as part of the video.

Congratulations! You’ve successfully merged a subtitle file directly with a movie on your Mac using Subler. You can enjoy your movie with the added subtitles, enhancing your viewing experience.