Facebook · Reels · 9:16
How to add subtitles to an online course for Facebook
To add subtitles to Facebook videos, LocalClip auto-transcribes an online course (detecting the language) and burns styled subtitles into each Reels — 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 online course 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 Reels.With burned-in subtitles and AI-generated title/description/hashtags.
- Review, copy the text and post to Facebook.Clips come out in 9:16, ready for Facebook.
Tips for Facebook
- Facebook's audience skews broader in age: give clear context up front.
- Subtitles are essential: much of the feed is watched muted.
- Facebook Reels get shared a lot: end with a share-worthy line.
FAQ
Can I make Reels for Facebook 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 Facebook?
No. All processing happens on your Mac; your video never leaves your computer.
Do the clips come out in the right format for Facebook?
Yes, they're vertical 9:16 with subtitles, ideal for Facebook.