TikTok · clips · 9:16
How to add subtitles to an AMA for TikTok
To add subtitles to TikTok videos, LocalClip auto-transcribes an AMA (detecting the language) and burns styled subtitles into each clips — all on your Mac.
Step by step
- Download LocalClip (free) and open it on your Mac.It's a local app; no account and no uploads needed.
- Drag an AMA into the window.It's read from your Mac, never copied or sent to the cloud.
- LocalClip transcribes, picks the best moments and cuts vertical clips.With burned-in subtitles and AI-generated title/description/hashtags.
- Review, copy the text and post to TikTok.Clips come out in 9:16, ready for TikTok.
Tips for TikTok
- The first-second hook is everything; TikTok drops you fast without retention.
- Big, legible subtitles increase watch-time.
- Post at your niche's peak hours and reply to comments quickly.
FAQ
Can I make clips for TikTok for free?
Yes. LocalClip is free (clips carry a small watermark); a one-time US$49 removes it. It runs 100% on your Mac.
Are my videos uploaded to the cloud for TikTok?
No. All processing happens on your Mac; your video never leaves your computer.
Do the clips come out in the right format for TikTok?
Yes, they're vertical 9:16 with subtitles, ideal for TikTok.