Free Subtitle Splitter

Paste your SRT content, set a character limit, and this tool splits long lines into shorter ones with adjusted timing.

SRT Content
Max Characters Per Line
Split SRT Result
⬇ Download as SRT

💡 Example Usage

Input A cue with 90 characters of text, limit set to 42 characters

Output The cue split into 3 shorter cues, each under 42 characters, with proportionally divided timing

About This Tool

Long subtitle lines are hard to read quickly on screen. This tool splits any subtitle cue that exceeds your chosen character limit into multiple shorter cues, dividing the original timing proportionally so playback stays in sync.

How to Use This Tool

Step 1 — Paste your SRT content.

Step 2 — Set your character limit (42 characters per line is a common standard).

Step 3 — Split and download the resulting SRT file.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Setting the limit too low. Very short limits create choppy, rapid-fire subtitles — 32-42 characters per line is a typical readable range.

Not checking timing after splitting — always preview the result in your editor to make sure the pacing still feels natural.

What character limit should I use?

Most platforms recommend 32-42 characters per line for comfortable reading speed.

Does this work with multi-line subtitle cues?

Yes, multi-line text within a cue is treated as one block and re-wrapped to your limit.