Convert SUB_SUBVIEWER Subtitles to DFXP Format
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About SUB_SUBVIEWER
SubViewer (.sub) is one of the earliest popular subtitle formats. It is a simple, time-based text format. There have been two major versions, SubViewer 1.0 and 2.0. Version 2.0, which is more common, uses a '[region]' section to define metadata and then lists subtitles with timestamps. Its simplicity led to wide support, but it lacks any styling features.
About DFXP
DFXP (Distribution Format Exchange Profile) is a profile of the more general TTML standard. It was created to standardize subtitle delivery for streaming services and is famously used by platforms like Netflix. It is an XML-based format that contains rich information about timing, styling, and positioning, ensuring high-quality, professional, and accessible captions for digital distribution.
SUB_SUBVIEWER vs DFXP
Feature | SUB_SUBVIEWER | DFXP |
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Styling Support | false | true |
Positioning Support | false | true |
Animation Support | false | true |
Learning Curve | beginner | expert |
Quality Rating | 3 | 5 |
Patent Status | freeware | industry standard |
Year Introduced | 1999 | 2008 |
Frequently Asked Questions
My .sub file doesn't work. Why?
The '.sub' file extension is very generic and is used by several completely different and incompatible subtitle formats, including the text-based SubViewer and the image-based VobSub (for DVDs). If your file isn't working, it's likely because your player is expecting a different '.sub' format. Our converter can intelligently distinguish between them.
Is SubViewer still a good format to use?
For new projects, SRT is a much better choice. It's just as simple but has even wider and more reliable support across all modern platforms and players. SubViewer is mostly relevant for compatibility with older files.
Is DFXP the same as TTML?
DFXP is a specific implementation, or 'profile', of TTML. Think of TTML as a large toolbox with many options, and DFXP as a specific set of those tools chosen for a particular job (web streaming). While a DFXP file is a TTML file, not all TTML files are valid DFXP files.
Do I need to worry about DFXP as a casual user?
No, DFXP is a professional delivery format. As a user, you will almost never encounter DFXP files directly. They are processed and delivered by the back-end systems of streaming platforms. If you are creating subtitles, you will typically work with SRT or VTT.
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