Youtube Downloader

A fast, user-friendly, and modern YouTube downloader built with Python and PyQt5.

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Overview

The Youtube Downloader is a sleek and intuitive application designed to download YouTube videos or audio in a variety of formats. Featuring a clean GUI and real-time progress tracking, this tool supports downloading both single videos and playlists with ease.

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Key Features

• Video & Audio Downloads: Choose between downloading video files or extracting high-quality audio.
• Playlist Support: Download entire playlists or single videos.
• Multiple Quality Options: Select from Best, Semi, or Worst quality to suit your needs.
• Progress Tracking: A real-time progress bar keeps you updated on the download status.
• Modern Dark Mode: Enjoy a sleek dark-themed interface.
• Cross-Platform Support: Works on Windows, Linux, and macOS.

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Requirements

1. Python 3.8+
2. yt-dlp (Installation Guide)
3. FFmpeg for audio and video processing (Setup Guide).

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FFmpeg Setup

For Windows:

1. Download the latest FFmpeg build: FFmpeg Builds.
2. Extract the archive into a folder (e.g., C:\FFmpeg).
3. Add the bin directory to your system's PATH:
   • Open PowerShell as Administrator.
   • Run the command:

     setx /m PATH "C:\FFmpeg\bin;%PATH%"

   • You should see: SUCCESS: Specified value was saved.
4. Verify installation:
   • Restart PowerShell and type:

     ffmpeg -version

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How to Use

Run the Application:

1. Clone this repository:

   git clone https://github.com/bytesenseidk/Youtube-Downloader.git
   cd Youtube-Downloader

2. Install dependencies:

   pip install -r requirements.txt

3. Launch the application:

   python YoutubeDownloader.py

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Compile to Executable

Steps to Compile:

1. Install PyInstaller:

   pip install pyinstaller

2. Compile the script:

   pyinstaller --onefile --windowed --icon=logo.ico YoutubeDownloader.py

3. The executable file will be located in the dist directory.

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Screenshot

Changelog

Version History:

• v0.1: Initial build with basic functionality.
• v0.2: PyQt5 GUI integration.
• v0.3:
  • Switched from youtube-dl to yt-dlp for improved performance and reliability.
  • Added real-time progress tracking with a progress bar.
  • Implemented error handling and pop-up notifications.
  • Enhanced user experience with dark mode.

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Author

Byte Sensei

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License

This project is licensed under the Mozilla Public License 2.0.
See the LICENSE file for details.

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Support

If you encounter any issues or have suggestions, feel free to open an issue or reach out via the repository.