SAMI → CSV
Convert SAMI to CSV
Free online SAMI to CSV subtitle converter. Transform SAMI (.smi) files to CSV (.csv) format instantly in your browser. No upload required.
Format Comparison
| SAMI | CSV | |
|---|---|---|
| Full Name | SAMI | CSV |
| Extension | .smi | .csv |
| Category | xml | data |
| Key Features | Multi-language support, CSS styling, HTML-like syntax, Class-based language switching | Tabular data, Frame numbers included, Duration calculation, Spreadsheet compatible |
| Common Uses | Windows Media Player, Microsoft platforms, Multi-language captioning | Data analysis, QC spreadsheets, Batch processing, Reporting |
| Limitations | Windows-centric, Verbose syntax, Limited modern tool support | Not a playback format, No formatting support, Requires reimport for use |
How to Convert SAMI to CSV
- 1
Open the subtitle converter
Go to the Subtitle Tool and select your source SAMI file by pasting the text or uploading the .smi 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 CSV as output format
Choose CSV (.csv) from the output format dropdown.
- 4
Download your converted file
Click the download button to save your converted CSV file. You can also copy the output text directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert SAMI to CSV?
Upload or paste your SAMI (.smi) file into the converter, select CSV 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 SAMI and CSV?
SAMI is sami (synchronized accessible media interchange) is a microsoft-developed caption format using html-like markup. CSV is csv (comma-separated values) export provides subtitle data in a tabular format including frame numbers, millisecond timestamps, and duration — ideal for spreadsheet analysis and data processing. They differ in features like multi-language support (SAMI) versus tabular data (CSV).
Is the SAMI to CSV 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 SAMI to CSV?
CSV has some limitations: not a playback format. Timing accuracy is preserved using frame-based conversion through the timecodes library, but format-specific features like multi-language support and css styling may not carry over.