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TikTok has seen a surge in popularity in recent years. At first, it was just an app with a lot of dancing and lip-syncing to music. However, today it is a platform with many different types of content and content creators. One of the reasons for this boom is the app’s extensive editing features that are regularly updated, such as Text to Speech.
Instead of simply overlaying text on your carefully created video and having your viewers read and watch, the text can now be read aloud using some automated voice options. This way, the TikTok video is the center of attention for the viewer and adds a more organized look to your content.
However, TikTok’s editing features, such as Text-to-Speech, can be difficult to use, especially for beginners. Continue reading to learn how to use this feature on different devices and find answers to common questions, such as changing voice type.
How to use text to speech on TikTok on an Android device
TikTok’s features are the same whether you use an Android or an iPhone. However, the sounds, filters, and even editing features may be different depending on the region of the world you live in. Typically, the new features are only available in the US. But since May 2021, TikTok has included the Text to Speech feature with a couple of different voices for all users around the world.
To use the feature, record your video as usual and follow these steps to add Text to Speech:
- Add text by tapping “Text” on the right side of the screen.
- Write the text you want.
- Select “Done” in the upper right corner of the screen.
- Press the text.
- A pop-up menu will appear where you can select to add text to speech or adjust the length of the text that appears on the screen.
- Select “Text to speech.”
- Save the video.
Additionally, you will be able to switch between the four different voices that the platform offers, and you will also be able to change the volume of the voices. These options help ensure that the background music and Text-to-Speech voice are at the desired volume.
How to use text to speech on TikTok on an iPhone
As said before, there are no significant differences between using TikTok on an iPhone and an Android phone. So, the steps to add the Text to Speech feature are the same. Record a video on the platform as you normally would, then follow these steps to add the feature:
- Tap and hold the text on your screen.
- A pop-up menu will appear with three options: “Text to Speech,” “Set Duration,” and “Edit.”
- Select “Text to speech.”
- Finish editing your video and select “Save.”
iPhone users have another option when it comes to this feature. There is a way to add Siri’s voice to read your text. To do so, the steps are:
- Open configuration.”
- Go to “Accessibility.”
- Select “Spoken Content.”
- Activate “Read selection”.
- Open your “Notes” app.
- Here write the text you want to have in your TikTok video.
- Open the recording tool and start recording.
- Go to “Notes” again and select the text you have typed.
- Tap the “Talk” feature and let Siri read the text aloud and stop recording when it’s done.
- Go to TikTok and upload the recording.
How to use text to speech on TikTok on an iPad
Using TikTok on an iPad is more convenient for some users than using a phone due to the larger screen. Some users will also find it easier to edit videos on an iPad. However, adding Text to Speech is the same as adding it to an iPhone:
- Press the “+” button to start recording your TikTok.
- Once you’re done recording, tap the red tick button in the bottom right corner.
- Choose text.”
- Add the text you want.
- Hold your finger over the text on your screen to display a pop-up menu of options.
- Choose “Text to speech.”
- Once you’re done editing your video, select “Save.”
You can also add Siri’s voice to your TikTok the same way you would on an iPhone.
- Open the “Settings” menu.
- Select “Accessibility.”
- Select “Spoken Content.”
- Enable “Speak Selection”.
- Open the “Notes” app on your phone.
- Type the text you want to appear in your TikTok video.
- Start recording with the recording tool.
- Tap the words you’ve typed in “Notes.”
- Select the “Speak” option to have Siri read the text aloud.
- Stop recording when Siri finishes reading the text.
- Upload your recording to TikTok.
How to Use Spongebob’s Text-to-Speech on TikTok
Whether you’re filming a TikTok about SpongeBob SquarePants or just want to make a funny TikTok, you might want your TikTok voiceover to sound like SpongeBob SquarePants. Although this cannot be done directly in the TikTok app, you can do it with the help of your internet browser.
- Gonna 15.ai in your browser.
- Scroll through the character options and select SpongeBob SquarePants.
- In the box below, type the text you want.
- Click the “Generate” button below the text box.
- Download the file.
- Open the file and tap “Share.”
- You can now share it on TikTok or in an editing app to edit it before uploading it to TikTok.
Additional FAQs
How do I change voice from text to speech on TikTok?
If you want to choose from the voices that TikTok already has for you, first make sure your app is updated. Once you’ve made sure your app is up to date, follow these steps:
1. Create a TikTok video.
2. Go to the bottom of the screen and choose “Text”, then enter the text you want to convert to speech.
3. Press and hold the text box until the words “Text to speech” appear.
4. Select your preferred voice.
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Why isn’t my text to speech working?
If your Text-to-Speech is not working, the reason could be that your app is not updated. In previous versions of the app, the feature was not available in all countries. Go to Google Play Store on Android or App Store on iOS devices to update your app. Search for “TikTok” and tap “Update” if the option is available in the official Store entry.
If the update doesn’t resolve the issue, you can try reinstalling the app. To do this, long-press the TikTok icon and tap “Delete.” Then, go again to Google Play Store on Android or App Store on iOS devices to install TikTok again.
A third solution is to upgrade your phone. If your phone’s operating system is not updated, it may cause compatibility issues with different apps and some features may not work properly.
Time flies
Adding different voices and adjusting them to your liking allows you to tap into your creative potential. Please note that you need to change the length of the text. Otherwise, it will remain on the screen even after being read aloud.
Have you used the Text to Speech feature? Do you prefer videos with text to speech or without? Do you think it was an impactful addition to TikTok’s editing mode? Share your opinion in the comments section below!
