MKV to Text
MKV is the container of choice for screen recordings, OBS captures, and archived video. ClapClip transcribes MKV files directly on your Windows PC — no remuxing, no audio extraction, no upload.
- Direct MKV decoding, no remux needed
- Ideal for OBS and screen captures
- Handles multi-track audio
- Local, free, unlimited
Windows 10 & 11
Native MKV support
Many transcription tools reject MKV outright, forcing a remux to MP4 first. ClapClip decodes the Matroska container natively and picks up the audio track regardless of the codec inside.
Made for OBS and screen recordings
OBS records to MKV by default because it survives crashes. That makes MKV the natural source for transcribing streams, tutorials, and gameplay commentary — straight from the recording, no conversion.
Multi-track audio handled
MKV files often carry several audio tracks — mic, desktop audio, commentary. ClapClip transcribes the speech track so your transcript reflects the voice, not the game audio.
A crash-safe recording, made useful later
OBS's MKV default is about surviving a crash mid-stream — but that format choice only pays off if you can actually work with the file afterward. Transcribing it directly is what turns an interrupted stream or a long tutorial into searchable notes instead of a file you can't easily reuse.
FAQ
Do I need to convert MKV to MP4 first?
No. ClapClip reads MKV natively and extracts the audio internally.
My MKV has multiple audio tracks — which is used?
ClapClip transcribes the primary speech track, so commentary and voice come through rather than background audio.
Are long OBS recordings supported?
Yes. There are no length limits — multi-hour recordings transcribe fine locally.