Descript - Edit Video by Editing Text
Edit video and podcasts by editing the transcript text like a document
What is Descript?
Descript is a revolutionary video and podcast editor that transcribes media and lets you edit audio/video by editing the text transcript. Delete a sentence in the transcript and it disappears from the video. Overdub creates an AI voice clone so you can fix mistakes by typing. Studio Sound removes background noise and room echo instantly. Used by YouTubers, podcasters, and corporate communications teams for fast, effortless content editing.
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Key Features of Descript
- Edit video by editing text transcript
- Overdub AI voice cloning
- Studio Sound background noise removal
- Filler word removal (um, uh)
- Screen recording
- Multitrack audio editing
- Green screen and background removal
- Clip and sequence editing
- Direct YouTube and podcast publishing
- Collaboration and review tools
Who Should Use Descript?
Edit podcast episodes by deleting transcript text
Fix video mistakes with voice cloning
Remove filler words from interviews
Clean up interview audio automatically
Create YouTube videos from scripts
Collaborate on video reviews with teams
Descript: Pros & Cons
✓Pros
- Revolutionary text-based editing workflow
- Excellent Studio Sound AI noise removal
- Great for podcasters and YouTubers
- Free tier available
- Easy to remove filler words
✕Cons
- Not ideal for complex multi-camera editing
- Transcription can have errors
- Expensive for full features
- Overdub voice clone requires Premium
Frequently Asked Questions about Descript
What is Descript and how does it work?
Descript is a video and podcast editor that lets you edit audio and video by editing the transcript text — with AI overdub for voice correction, Studio Sound for noise removal, and filler word auto-removal.
How much does Descript cost?
Descript is free with 1 hour of transcription per month. Hobbyist costs $24/mo, Creator is $40/mo, and Business is $75/mo. Paid plans unlock Overdub voice cloning, unlimited transcription, and advanced AI features.
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Tool Details
- Company
- Descript
- Pricing
- Free
- Languages
- English (primary transcription), Spanish, French, German (beta)
- Category
- Ai Video
- Added
- Jun 2026
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