Empower your Knowledge Journey | Web Highlights - PDF & Web Highlighter
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Highlight Any YouTube Video
Paste any YouTube video link and start highlighting the text right away. Works with most videos that have captions.
Works in Multiple Languages
We try to get transcripts in your language first. You can easily switch between all available languages. If there's only one language available, we'll show that one.
Highlight and Add Notes
Pick any text and highlight it with different colors. Add your own notes and tags to turn any YouTube video into a proper study guide.
Syncs with Video Playback
Play the video and watch the transcript scroll along automatically. It highlights the current sentence so you can easily follow along and take notes.
Customize How It Looks
Make the text bigger, change the background color, or adjust the width. Set it up however works best for you when studying.
Export Your Notes
Save your highlights as PDF, Markdown, or send them straight to Notion. Great for keeping your study notes organized or sharing them with classmates.
How It Works
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Paste Your YouTube Link
Just copy any YouTube video URL and paste it above. We'll grab the transcript for you. If the video doesn't have captions, we'll let you know.
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Read and Customize
The transcript shows up below the video. You can make the text bigger, change colors, or adjust the width. When you play the video, it'll highlight the current sentence automatically.
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Highlight and Take Notes
Click and drag to highlight any text with different colors. Add your own notes and tags. If the video has captions in other languages, you can switch between them too.
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Save Your Work
Download your highlights as PDF, save as Markdown, or send them straight to Notion. Perfect for keeping your study notes organized.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does this work?
We grab the captions from any YouTube video and turn them into text you can highlight and add notes to. Just paste the video link and we'll do the rest.
Does this work with any YouTube video?
Yep! As long as the video has captions, it'll work. Whether it's a lecture, tutorial, or just a regular video, you can turn it into study notes.
What can I do with my highlights?
Save them as PDF to print, export as Markdown for other apps, or send them straight to Notion. Everything includes your highlights, notes, and the original video link.
Will my highlights be saved?
Yes! Your highlights are saved in your browser until you clear your data. For permanent storage across devices, you can create a free account or use our browser extension.
Can I add my own notes?
Of course! You can add personal notes, create tags, and use different highlight colors. Perfect for turning any educational video into a proper study guide.
Is this free?
Yes! No signup needed, no hidden costs, and no limits on how many videos you can process. Just paste a YouTube link and start highlighting.
What if a YouTube video doesn't have transcripts available?
Not all YouTube videos have transcripts available. Our tool will clearly indicate when transcripts aren't available for a specific video. In these cases, you'll see a message explaining that the video doesn't have transcripts, and you can try a different video or contact the video creator to request transcript availability.
How accurate are the generated YouTube transcripts?
Our YouTube transcript generator provides high-quality, accurate transcripts for most videos with clear audio. The accuracy depends on factors like audio quality, speaker clarity, and background noise. For best results, we recommend using videos with clear speech and minimal background music or noise.
Can I switch between different transcript languages?
Yes! Our tool automatically detects your language preference and tries to fetch transcripts in your language first. However, if only the original video language is available, you can easily switch between all available transcript languages using the language selector. This is especially useful for educational content or international videos.
How does the transcript-video synchronization work?
When you play the YouTube video, our tool automatically scrolls the transcript to match the current playback position. This real-time synchronization makes it easy to follow along with the video while taking notes or highlighting important sections. The transcript will highlight the current sentence being spoken for better tracking.
Can I customize the transcript reader view?
Absolutely! You can fully customize your reading experience by adjusting font size, background colors, text width, line spacing, and more. These customization options help create the perfect study environment for your needs, whether you prefer larger text for better readability or specific color schemes for reduced eye strain.
Can I share my YouTube video study notes with others?
Yes! You can share your highlighted YouTube transcripts in several ways: export to PDF or Markdown and share the file directly, export to HTML for web sharing, or use our direct integration with Notion and Capacities to collaborate with study groups or share with classmates.