Google Chrome 89 introduces support for real-time subtitles

Google has officially added live subtitling support to Chrome 89. The system recognizes and displays text from any audio and video materials opened in the browser. Writes about this XDA Developers. Previously, it could only be activated via the experimental options menu.

The function appeared after the release of the latest Chrome 89 update. It works based on machine learning. All subtitles are generated automatically.

The option can be enabled in the browser settings. To do this, go to “Settings,” section “Advanced,” and then to “Accessibility.” After that, you need to switch the slider in the “Automatic subtitles” column. The system will download the files necessary for work, after which you can use it. In case of problems, you will need to restart the browser.

The function is currently only available in English. According to XDA Developers, the option works great when paired with YouTube, Disney +, and India’s Hotstar service.

Previously, the embedded subtitle system was exclusive to Android smartphones. It was announced in 2019 and added to the Pixel, OnePlus 8, OnePlus Nord, and Galaxy S20 smartphones.