You suddenly are greeted with an additional caption that is displayed on screen? The browser is to blame. Learn how to disable live captions on Chrome!
Google has always added amazing innovative features and functions to Chrome. But, based on the latest lookout it appears that the mobile version has been getting more attention over the version for desktops. However, Chrome is here with the Live Caption function for all audio and videos that are played in the browser. This is something that no other browser can claim.
The praises are all over Chrome however, it only supports the English language at present. There’s also no information regarding when or when they’ll be adding additional languages in the near future. If you’re one of those who don’t want to utilize live caption at present, read this article to find out how to turn it off.
Table of Contents
Turn off Live Captions in Media Center
The ability to disable the option in your media centre is completely easy. The search engine giant is aware of a user-centric approach to its products.
NOTE: Media center option will only be accessible if there’s an audio or video being played on one of the tabs that are currently in use.
Click the ‘Media Center button at the top right-hand edge of your screen. Then, switch on the toggle to an off position, which is located on the lower right corner of the pane for the media center. This is it!
Enable Live Captions in Accessibility Menu
If you’d like to disable captions, you can do it the traditional method is the best way to do it. Here are the steps to follow.
Click on the kebab menu (three-vertical-dots) from the top right corner of the screen. Click on the ‘Settings option in the menu.
Then, select the Advanced tab, and then select the accessibility option from the options that are expanded.
Alternatively, you can also type chrome://settings/accessibility in the search bar of Chrome to access the accessibility page.
In the accessibility settings of Chrome Find the Live Caption’ option , and then toggle on the off position. Live captions have been removed permanently.
Chrome’s capability to include Live Captions to any video that is playing within the web browser can be awe-inspiring. If you ever want to turn on Live captions within Chrome to turn them off, remember that it’s a simple switch within your accessibility options.