Comparison guide
SRT, VTT, ASS, or burned-in subtitles?
Subtitle format is a delivery decision shaped by platform support, styling, editing needs, and audience control.
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Bottom line: Use a separate subtitle file when the destination supports viewer control; use styled ASS when positioning matters; burn subtitles only when the picture itself must carry the text.
Decision table
| Dimension | Option A | Option B |
|---|---|---|
| Viewer control | High | High |
| Styling | Limited | Strong |
| Editing | Easy | Moderate |
| Best fit | Flexible platform delivery | Advanced subtitle layout |
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Sources and scope. Weydub public subtitle and delivery documentation. Checked 2026-08-25. This guide gives conditions and tradeoffs, not a universal ranking.