TTML to LRC Converter
Quickly convert TTML files to LRC format, supporting single/batch file uploads and text input
TTML to LRC Conversion
Upload single or multiple TTML files, or directly input TTML content, convert to LRC format with one click
Three Conversion Methods
Text Input
Directly input or paste TTML content into the text box
Single File Upload
Click to select or drag a single TTML file, content will display in the text box
Batch File Upload
Click to select or drag multiple TTML files, automatically batch process
File Upload Methods
- Click to Upload：Click 'Select File' button to choose files from file browser
- Drag to Upload：Directly drag TTML files to the upload area
- Multi-file Support：Batch upload mode supports selecting or dragging multiple files simultaneously
- Real-time Feedback：Upload area will highlight during drag
Why this tool
- Plain-text format converts directly — paste XML, no software needed
- Supports both clock and offset time expressions; word-level TTML degrades to line-level
- Files are processed entirely on your device and never uploaded
- Completely free, with no limits on conversions or file counts
TTML Format Description
.ttmlTTML (Timed Text Markup Language) is the W3C XML subtitle standard used in broadcasting and streaming (e.g. Apple Music word-level lyrics), but not recognized by music players
<?xml version="1.0"?> <tt xmlns="http://www.w3.org/ns/ttml"><body><div> <p begin="00:00:01.000" end="00:00:04.500">First lyric line</p> <p begin="5s" dur="3s">Second lyric line</p> </div></body></tt>
* Clock (HH:MM:SS.mmm) and offset (1.5s/500ms) time expressions are supported; word-level <span> timing is merged into line text
LRC Format Description
.lrcLRC is the most universal lyrics format with line-level timestamps, supported by nearly every music player and subtitle tool
[00:01.00]First lyric line [00:05.00]Second lyric line
About TTML to LRC Conversion Tool
TTML to LRC Converter is a free online tool that converts TTML/DFXP XML subtitles — pasted or uploaded — into LRC lyrics format. Both clock-time and offset-time expressions are supported, and Apple Music-style word-level TTML is gracefully merged into line-level lyrics. Batch conversion supported, and files never leave your device.
[00:00.42]I heard the whole city as one song [00:03.60]The street you walked down is still lit [00:07.15]The wind scattered the words I never finished [00:11.00]We are all waiting for the next season
Core Features
Local Conversion
TTML is plain-text XML — paste or upload and convert right in your browser, no software to install
Full Time Expressions
Supports both clock time and offset time (dur attribute); Apple Music-style word-level <span> timing is merged into line-level lyrics
Batch Processing
Upload and convert multiple files at once to save time
Real-Time Preview
Preview conversion results instantly to check quality before downloading
Privacy First
All parsing and conversion happens on your device. Files are never uploaded to any server
Easy Downloads
Single-file download or batch ZIP export to fit your workflow
Application Scenarios
TTML Subtitles to Lyrics
Convert broadcast-grade TTML subtitles or Apple Music word-level lyrics into universal LRC for use in more players
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Make lyrics display correctly in Foobar2000, AIMP, MusicBee and other players
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The converted LRC works directly for karaoke-style scrolling lyrics in players
Open the toolVideo Subtitles
Converted LRC can be further converted to SRT and other subtitle formats for lyric videos and MVs
Open the toolMigration & Backup
Turn lyrics into an open format for long-term archiving, safe from platform or software lock-in
Open the toolRe-Editing
Once converted to LRC, edit timing and text in any text editor or online LRC editor
Open the toolFormat Comparison Analysis
TTML Format
TTML is the W3C XML subtitle standard, widely adopted in broadcasting and streaming (Netflix, Apple Music) — rigorous but verbose
- W3C international standard
- Supports word-level timing (Apple Music)
- Flexible time expressions
- Broad industry adoption
- Rigorous and highly extensible
LRC Format
LRC (Lyrics) is the most popular open lyrics format, supported by almost every music player and subtitle tool
- Extremely universal — works in almost every player
- Plain text, directly editable
- Simple format, easy to read and maintain
- Small file size
- Can include song metadata (title, artist, album)
TTML Format
TTML is the W3C XML subtitle standard, widely adopted in broadcasting and streaming (Netflix, Apple Music) — rigorous but verbose
- Not supported by music players
- Verbose XML structure
- Hard to edit by hand
- Larger file sizes
LRC Format
LRC (Lyrics) is the most popular open lyrics format, supported by almost every music player and subtitle tool
- Standard LRC only supports line-level timing
- No rich text styling
- Word highlighting requires the ELRC extension
- Limited layout capabilities
Technical Specifications
TTML Format Technical Specifications
- Time format: clock or offset expressions
- Character encoding: UTF-8
- File extension: .ttml / .dfxp
- XML structure with <p> carrying text
- W3C standard format
LRC Format Technical Specifications
- Time format: [minutes:seconds.centiseconds]
- Character encoding: UTF-8
- File extension: .lrc
- Line-level and word-level (ELRC) modes
- Metadata tags supported (ti:, ar:, al:, etc.)
Frequently Asked Questions
About TTML to LRC Conversion Tool
TTML to LRC Converter is a free online tool that converts TTML/DFXP XML subtitles — pasted or uploaded — into LRC lyrics format. Both clock-time and offset-time expressions are supported, and Apple Music-style word-level TTML is gracefully merged into line-level lyrics. Batch conversion supported, and files never leave your device.
- Free credits on signup
- Bilingual lyrics output
- MP3 / WAV / FLAC supported