Descript revamps caption presets and animations and adds AI-made background music

At a glance

In its September 17 release roundup, Descript redesigned captions and announced AI that creates background music and sound effects on request. It also added payment options such as Apple Pay and Cash App, along with twenty-some other updates.

Key points

1. 1

   Captions gain 18 new presets (ready-made styles) created by Descript's design team.

2. 2

   Ten new text animations bring the total to 15, each with its own entry and exit motion.

3. 3

   The preset list now supports search and filters, and the properties panel has been rebuilt.

4. 4

   Every caption style you already used is still in the list.

Why it matters

Captions can be styled quickly with more looks and motion, and background music and sound effects can now be left to AI.