# ASS to SRT Converter Convert ASS/SSA subtitle files to SRT format > Canonical page: https://elysiatools.com/en/tools/video-subtitle-ass-to-srt - **Category:** Media - **Keywords:** subtitle, ass, ssa, srt, convert, format, caption ## Overview Easily convert your ASS or SSA subtitle files into the widely compatible SRT format. This tool processes your subtitle files quickly, allowing you to strip complex styling tags for a clean, plain-text output that works seamlessly on any media player, mobile device, or streaming platform. ## Inputs - **ASS File** (file): Select an ASS/SSA subtitle file to convert - **Remove Style Tags** (checkbox): Remove ASS style tags like {\b1}, {\i1}, etc. from the output ## When to use - When your media player or smart TV does not support advanced ASS/SSA subtitle styling and displays raw formatting code instead. - When you need a clean, plain-text SRT subtitle file for uploading to video platforms like YouTube or Vimeo. - When preparing subtitle tracks for mobile devices or legacy hardware that only support the basic SubRip (SRT) format. ## How it works - Upload your .ass or .ssa subtitle file using the file selector. - Choose whether to strip advanced styling tags (like font, color, and positioning overrides) by toggling the 'Remove Style Tags' option. - Click the convert button to process the file and instantly download your clean .srt subtitle file. ## Use cases - Converting anime or highly stylized fansub ASS files into clean SRT subtitles for playback on a smart TV. - Preparing subtitle tracks for social media video uploads that require standard SubRip format. - Cleaning up cluttered subtitle files containing broken formatting tags for better readability on mobile media players. ## Frequently asked questions ### What is the difference between ASS and SRT subtitles? ASS subtitles support advanced styling, positioning, and effects, while SRT is a simple, plain-text format supported by almost all media players. ### Will this tool remove the styling tags from my ASS file? Yes, if you keep the 'Remove Style Tags' option enabled, it will strip formatting codes like font colors, sizes, and effects to produce clean text. ### Can I convert SSA files as well? Yes, SubStation Alpha (.ssa) files are fully supported and can be converted to SRT in the same way. ### Is there a file size limit for the subtitle upload? Yes, the maximum supported file size for the ASS/SSA input is 5 MB. ### Does this tool upload my subtitle files to a server? 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