For developers looking to enhance their video processing capabilities, adding subtitles is a common requirement. FFMPEGAPI.net offers a straightforward hosted solution to burn ASS subtitles into your videos without the hassle of managing your own FFmpeg infrastructure. In this article, we'll explore how to use the 'Add Subtitles' endpoint to seamlessly integrate subtitle burning into your workflow.
What is FFMPEGAPI.net?
FFMPEGAPI.net is a hosted REST API designed specifically for developers who need powerful video and audio processing capabilities without the complexities of server management. With features like API-key authentication and a wide range of processing functions, FFMPEGAPI.net simplifies automation for SaaS applications, content pipelines, and more.
Using the Add Subtitles Endpoint
The 'Add Subtitles' endpoint allows you to burn ASS/SSA subtitles into a video stream effortlessly. By providing the video and subtitle file URLs, the API will handle the processing, allowing you to focus on your application development.
- Endpoint Method: POST
- Endpoint Path: /api/add_subtitles
- Content Type: application/json
curl -X POST https://www.ffmpegapi.net/api/add_subtitles -H 'Content-Type: application/json' -d '{"video_url": "https://example.com/video.mp4", "subtitle_url": "https://example.com/subtitles.ass"}'import requests
url = 'https://www.ffmpegapi.net/api/add_subtitles'
data = {'video_url': 'https://example.com/video.mp4', 'subtitle_url': 'https://example.com/subtitles.ass'}
response = requests.post(url, json=data)
print(response.json())Parameters for the Add Subtitles Request
The following parameters are required when making a request to the 'Add Subtitles' endpoint:
The API can also process requests asynchronously, allowing you to receive a job ID immediately and handle the processing in the background.
- video_url (string, required): URL of the video to which subtitles will be added.
- subtitle_url (string, required): URL of the ASS/SSA subtitle file.
- async (boolean, optional): If set to true, the API will return a job_id for background processing.
With FFMPEGAPI.net, adding subtitles to videos is no longer a cumbersome task. This hosted REST API provides developers with the tools they need to implement efficient subtitle burning into their applications without the overhead of managing FFmpeg infrastructure. Whether you are building a media app or automating a content pipeline, FFMPEGAPI.net is your go-to solution for all video processing needs. Start leveraging the power of FFMPEG today!