Closed captions and subtitles are typically found near the bottom of the screen, though the exact location may vary depending on the content and the accessing device. Captions or subtitles may occasionally be positioned to the top or side of the screen to prevent obscuring up important visual elements of the film, such as on-screen text or actors.
Viewers can alter the positioning of captions or subtitles on some platforms based on their preferences. Overall, in order to avoid preventing viewers from fully appreciating the information, it is imperative to take into account where closed captions and subtitles will be shown.