SCC → TXT
Convert SCC to TXT
Free online SCC to TXT subtitle converter. Transform Scenarist Closed Captions (.scc) files to Plain Text (.txt) format instantly in your browser. No upload required.
Format Comparison
| SCC | TXT | |
|---|---|---|
| Full Name | Scenarist Closed Captions | Plain Text |
| Extension | .scc | .txt |
| Category | broadcast | data |
| Key Features | CEA-608 encoding, SMPTE timecodes, Broadcast standard, Frame-accurate | Text only, No timestamps, Universal readability, Minimal format |
| Common Uses | US broadcast television, FCC compliance, Cable and satellite delivery, Closed captioning | Transcripts, Text analysis, Script review, Accessibility review |
| Limitations | Limited to 32 characters per line, Two-channel only, No styling beyond basic | No timing data, Cannot be reimported as subtitles, No formatting |
How to Convert SCC to TXT
- 1
Open the subtitle converter
Go to the Subtitle Tool and select your source SCC file by pasting the text or uploading the .scc 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 SCC to TXT?
Upload or paste your Scenarist Closed Captions (.scc) 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 SCC and TXT?
SCC is scc (scenarist closed captions) is the standard closed caption format for north american broadcast television. 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 cea-608 encoding (SCC) versus text only (TXT).
Is the SCC 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 SCC 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 cea-608 encoding and smpte timecodes may not carry over.