Use subs2srs to Create Anki Decks Based on Your Favorite Movie or Show

arcadian Wrote:I have a feature suggestion. After reviewing my flashcards, I like to watch the full movie and test my comprehension. However, since testing comprehension is my intent, I get bored during sequences with little-to-no dialogue. It would be great if you could use the subtitle tool to make a condensed version of the video file that is mostly dialogue.

It's possible to do this already with subs2srs by exporting all of the video clips associated with a subtitle and then stringing them together into a longer video clip. However, the result is not optimal. Words get clipped off, as well as, other jarring cuts. I think, though, there is a way to do this that results in a smooth and watchable edit that maximizes one's learning time.

All you would have to do is take a bit of dialogue, and then see if the next bit of dialogue is within 5 seconds (or a user-adjusted amount of time). If it is within 5 seconds, make the video continuous. If it is more than 5 seconds, then it does a cross dissolve to the next bit of dialogue, however further it is in the movie.

I really think a condensed cut of a video file will sit side-by-side with Anki reviews very well.

Good suggestion. Not sure when I'll get around to adding it though.