EBU-STL → SAMI
Convert EBU-STL to SAMI
Free online EBU-STL to SAMI subtitle converter. Transform EBU-STL (.stl) files to SAMI (.smi) format instantly in your browser. No upload required.
Format Comparison
| EBU-STL | SAMI | |
|---|---|---|
| Full Name | EBU-STL | SAMI |
| Extension | .stl | .smi |
| Category | broadcast | xml |
| Key Features | Binary format, Broadcast-grade timing, Teletext compatibility, European standard | Multi-language support, CSS styling, HTML-like syntax, Class-based language switching |
| Common Uses | European broadcast, Teletext subtitles, TV station workflows, Broadcast delivery | Windows Media Player, Microsoft platforms, Multi-language captioning |
| Limitations | Binary format (not human-readable), Limited styling, Regional standard | Windows-centric, Verbose syntax, Limited modern tool support |
How to Convert EBU-STL to SAMI
- 1
Open the subtitle converter
Go to the Subtitle Tool and select your source EBU-STL file by pasting the text or uploading the .stl file.
- 2
Set your framerate
Choose the framerate that matches your video (e.g., 23.976, 25, 29.97). This ensures frame-accurate timestamp conversion.
- 3
Select SAMI as output format
Choose SAMI (.smi) from the output format dropdown.
- 4
Download your converted file
Click the download button to save your converted SAMI file. You can also copy the output text directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert EBU-STL to SAMI?
Upload or paste your EBU-STL (.stl) file into the converter, select SAMI as the output format, and click Convert. The tool processes everything in your browser — no file uploads to a server.
What is the difference between EBU-STL and SAMI?
EBU-STL is ebu-stl (european broadcasting union subtitle transfer language) is a binary broadcast subtitle format widely used in european television. SAMI is sami (synchronized accessible media interchange) is a microsoft-developed caption format using html-like markup. They differ in features like binary format (EBU-STL) versus multi-language support (SAMI).
Is the EBU-STL to SAMI converter free?
Yes, completely free with no limits. The converter runs entirely in your browser using the timecodes library — no server processing, no sign-up, no watermarks.
Will I lose formatting when converting from EBU-STL to SAMI?
SAMI has some limitations: windows-centric. Timing accuracy is preserved using frame-based conversion through the timecodes library, but format-specific features like binary format and broadcast-grade timing may not carry over.