SAMI → TXT
Convert SAMI to TXT
Free online SAMI to TXT subtitle converter. Transform SAMI (.smi) files to Plain Text (.txt) format instantly in your browser. No upload required.
Format Comparison
| SAMI | TXT | |
|---|---|---|
| Full Name | SAMI | Plain Text |
| Extension | .smi | .txt |
| Category | xml | data |
| Key Features | Multi-language support, CSS styling, HTML-like syntax, Class-based language switching | Text only, No timestamps, Universal readability, Minimal format |
| Common Uses | Windows Media Player, Microsoft platforms, Multi-language captioning | Transcripts, Text analysis, Script review, Accessibility review |
| Limitations | Windows-centric, Verbose syntax, Limited modern tool support | No timing data, Cannot be reimported as subtitles, No formatting |
How to Convert SAMI to TXT
- 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 TXT as output format
Choose Plain Text (.txt) from the output format dropdown.
- 4
Download your converted file
Click the download button to save your converted TXT file. You can also copy the output text directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert SAMI to TXT?
Upload or paste your SAMI (.smi) file into the converter, select TXT 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 TXT?
SAMI is sami (synchronized accessible media interchange) is a microsoft-developed caption format using html-like markup. TXT is plain text export strips all timing information and outputs only the subtitle text content, separated by blank lines. They differ in features like multi-language support (SAMI) versus text only (TXT).
Is the SAMI to TXT 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 TXT?
TXT has some limitations: no timing data. 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.