SMC (QuickTime Graphics SMC)
VoxScriber extracts audio from videos using QuickTime Graphics (SMC), Apple's block compression codec for classic Macintosh.
Yes, we support SMC!
Technical Specifications
Advantages
- Broad compatibility with legacy players and systems
- VoxScriber extracts audio without prior manual conversion
- Accurate automatic transcription via AssemblyAI
Disadvantages
- Lossy compression — not ideal for final production masters
- Limited audio quality may reduce transcription accuracy
- Requires compatible container (.mov, .mkv, or .avi depending on the codec)
Use Cases
How It Works
Upload your file
Upload your SMC file via browser or drag and drop.
Automatic transcription
Our AI transcribes the audio with high accuracy in minutes.
Download the result
Download the transcription as text, SRT, VTT or other formats.
Yes, we support SMC!
VoxScriber extracts audio from videos using QuickTime Graphics (SMC), Apple's block compression codec for classic Macintosh.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does VoxScriber support SMC files?
Yes! VoxScriber fully supports SMC files. Simply upload your file and our AI will automatically transcribe it with high accuracy.
What is the audio quality of SMC?
SMC offers Basic audio quality with Lossy compression. This makes it suitable for most transcription use cases — our AssemblyAI engine extracts audio accurately regardless of compression level.
How do I transcribe a SMC file to text?
Go to VoxScriber, upload your SMC file (up to 5 GB / 10 hours), select the language and click transcribe. Your result will be ready in minutes as text, SRT or VTT.
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