Documentation
Getting started with VideoChapter
A quick guide to installation, your first processed video, and the core workflows inside the app.
Installation
Up and running in minutes
VideoChapter is designed to be straightforward. Import a video, let the first processing pass finish, then move between chapters, transcript, assistant, and export.Download the app
Download the direct build from videochapter.app or install the Mac App Store version. Apple handles App Store billing and updates.
First launch
On first launch, VideoChapter will download the AI models (~8 GB). This happens once and requires an internet connection.
Ready to use
Once the model is downloaded, core processing can run locally on your Mac. No VideoChapter account is required.
Feature overview
Chapters
Automatic chapters are generated with timecodes and summaries. Click any chapter to jump to that point in the video.
Transcript
A searchable, time-aligned transcript. Click any word to jump to the exact moment. Use the search bar to find specific content.
AI Assistant (Pro)
Ask the video questions in natural language. The assistant responds with answers grounded in the transcript, including exact timestamps.
Exports (Pro)
Export chapters to YouTube, CSV, Markdown, or JSON. Export transcripts to SRT, VTT, TXT, or JSON, or create a cut-down video from selected chapters.
Typical workflow
From raw video to structured knowledge
VideoChapter handles the workflow from transcript generation to structured chapters, searchable moments, and exports.1. Drop a video file
Drag a video into the VideoChapter window. Common formats such as MP4, MOV, and M4V work best, with broader support depending on what your Mac can decode reliably.
2. Wait for processing
Processing time depends on your Mac, video length, and audio quality. Chapters and summaries are generated from the local analysis pass.
3. Browse and search
Navigate chapters, search the transcript, and click to seek to any moment in the video.
4. Ask questions (Pro)
Open the AI assistant and ask questions about the video. Answers include exact timestamp references.
5. Export (Pro)
Export chapters, subtitles, or a shorter video. Ready for YouTube, courses, or documentation.
Need help getting started?
We’re expanding the docs with setup notes, export guides, and troubleshooting. The download page and FAQ cover the essentials today.