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Python YouTube Video Downloader

This Python application allows users to download videos, audio, and thumbnails from YouTube. It utilizes the yt_dlp library to extract video details, select the desired format, and manage the download process.

Screenshot of Python YouTube Video Downloader

Requirements

  • Python 3.x
  • yt_dlp library

Features

  • Download video, audio, and thumbnails from YouTube.
  • Choose quality for video and audio downloads.
  • Use flags for automated download quality selection.
  • Specify output directory for downloads.

Usage

  1. Start the Application: Run the script to initiate the application.
  2. Specify Output Directory: Enter the directory path for downloads or press Enter to use the current directory.
  3. Select Flags (Optional): Use flags for automated quality selection:
    • best-v: Automatically selects the best video and audio quality for each link.
    • 1080p: Automatically selects 1080p video and best audio quality for each link. If there is no 1080p quality, selects the best video and audio quality.
    • 1440p: Automatically selects 1440p video and best audio quality for each link. If there is no 1440p quality, selects the best video and audio quality.
    • 2160p: Automatically selects 2160p video and best audio quality for each link. If there is no 2160p quality, selects the best video and audio quality.
    • best-a: Automatically selects the best audio quality.
    • thumbnail: Automatically downloads the thumbnail of the video.
    • Press Enter without inputting a flag to choose download options manually for each link.
  4. Input Video URL: When prompted, enter the YouTube video URL.
  5. Select Format: If no flags are used, choose from provided video and audio formats.
    • Video format selection also requires selecting an accompanying audio format.
    • Audio-only selection downloads only the audio.
    • Option available to download the video thumbnail.
  6. Download: The selected content will be downloaded to the specified or current directory.

Customization

  • Audio Only: Uncomment the postprocessor section in download_audio() to download audio exclusively in MP3 format.

Error Handling

  • Checks for valid YouTube URLs and format selections.
  • Displays messages for invalid inputs or errors.

Looping Mechanism

  • The application can process multiple downloads in one session, restarting after each download.

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