How to Burn In Subtitles from MKV to MP4 for Apple TV Using Handbrake

Are you struggling to burn in subtitles from your MKV file to an MP4 file compatible with Apple TV? If so, this article is for you. I recently experienced the same issue when filming action footage while bike riding and found that the audio was often drowned out by wind noise and other environmental sounds. To solve this problem, I discovered a straightforward method of converting SRT subtitles from my MKV file to an SSA format that can be burned into the MP4 file using Handbrake.

To begin, you'll need to download and install Subtitle Edit software on your computer. Once installed, open the program and load your MKV file with the subtitle track open. The first step is to extract and convert the current SRT subtitle from the MKV file. This can be done by using Subtitle Edit.

Next, you'll need to remux the MKV file with the SSA instead of the SRT. To do this, go to 'File' > 'Save As' and choose 'Sub Station Alpha (*.ssa)' from the list.

Now that your subtitle is in the correct format, it's time to run the MKV file through Handbrake and burn in the SSA subtitles. Unfortunately, when I first tried to use Handbrake, I found that it couldn't burn in my SRT files. This was a major setback, as I had converted all of my home video files from MP4 to MKV format with forced subtitles.

After some investigation, I finally discovered a solution that works for any MKV file with an SRT subtitle track that you want to burn in for playback on Apple TV devices. By following these steps, you'll be able to convert your SRT subtitles to SSA and then burn them into the MP4 file using Handbrake.

Overall, burning in subtitles from MKV to MP4 for Apple TV using Handbrake is a relatively straightforward process that requires some technical knowledge of video editing software. With the right tools and instructions, you'll be able to easily convert your SRT subtitles to SSA and enjoy your favorite videos with forced subtitles on your Apple TV device.

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