SAMI → SRT
Convert SAMI to SRT
Free online SAMI to SRT subtitle converter. Transform SAMI (.smi) files to SubRip Subtitle (.srt) format instantly in your browser. No upload required.
Format Comparison
| SAMI | SRT | |
|---|---|---|
| Full Name | SAMI | SubRip Subtitle |
| Extension | .smi | .srt |
| Category | xml | text |
| Key Features | Multi-language support, CSS styling, HTML-like syntax, Class-based language switching | Sequential numbering, Millisecond timestamps, Basic HTML formatting, Universal player support |
| Common Uses | Windows Media Player, Microsoft platforms, Multi-language captioning | YouTube uploads, Media players (VLC, MPC), Video editing, Streaming platforms |
| Limitations | Windows-centric, Verbose syntax, Limited modern tool support | No styling metadata, No positioning, No font specification |
How to Convert SAMI to SRT
- 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 SRT as output format
Choose SubRip Subtitle (.srt) from the output format dropdown.
- 4
Download your converted file
Click the download button to save your converted SRT file. You can also copy the output text directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert SAMI to SRT?
Upload or paste your SAMI (.smi) file into the converter, select SRT 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 SRT?
SAMI is sami (synchronized accessible media interchange) is a microsoft-developed caption format using html-like markup. SRT is srt (subrip subtitle) is the most widely used subtitle format. They differ in features like multi-language support (SAMI) versus sequential numbering (SRT).
Is the SAMI to SRT 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 SRT?
SRT has some limitations: no styling metadata. 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.