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### Set Up Overlay in Encoder (OBS Example)

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/7385599

Integrate the YouTube overlay as a browser source in your encoder software. This guide provides general steps, with a specific reference to OBS for detailed instructions.

```text
1. Open the Live Control Room .
2. In the bottom-left corner, click Settings .
3. Click **Overlay for breaks** tab.
4. Copy the overlay URL.
5. In your encoder, add a Browser Source by clicking Add Source Browser Source.
6. Create a new browser source.
7. Paste URL and adjust width/height to match your stream resolution.
8. Enable "Shutdown source when not visible."
9. Click "OK" and that's it, you're good to go!

Before going live, test the overlay by following the instructions to Take a Break. Confirm that the away slate is displayed.
The overlay does not affect the stream’s audio sources:
  * Mute your microphone when you step away for your break.
  * For **Choose from your video** slate, the audio from the video slate will play while you take a break. You may need to adjust your stream’s audio settings to include the video slate’s audio in your stream.
```

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### Set Up Overlay in Encoder (OBS Example)

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/7385599_hl=en&ref_topic=9257893

This guide details how to set up a YouTube live stream overlay as a browser source in an encoder like OBS. It involves copying the overlay URL from Live Control Room and configuring it within the encoder software.

```text
1. Open the Live Control Room .
2. In the bottom-left corner, click Settings .
3. Click **Overlay for breaks** tab.
4. Copy the overlay URL.
5. In your encoder, add a Browser Source by clicking Add Source Browser Source.
6. Create a new browser source.
7. Paste URL and adjust width/height to match your stream resolution.
8. Enable "Shutdown source when not visible."
9. Click "OK".
```

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### YouTube Transcript File Formatting Example

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/2734799_hl=en&ref_topic=7296214

Example demonstrating the correct format for a YouTube transcript file. It includes speaker identification with '>>' and designation of background sounds with square brackets.

```text
>> ALICE: Hi, my name is Alice Miller and this is John Brown  
   
   >> JOHN: and we're the owners of Miller Bakery.  
   
   >> ALICE: Today we'll be teaching you how to make  
   our famous chocolate chip cookies!  
   
   [intro music]  
   
   Okay, so we have all the ingredients laid out here
```

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### Example YouTube Handle URLs

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/11585688_hl=en&ref_topic=9257109

Demonstrates how YouTube channel URLs are formed using handles. Includes examples of encoded URLs for handles with special characters and channel ID URLs.

```text
https://www.youtube.com/c/Handle%EC%A7%81%ED%95%A8.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0L1uV8pgO4pCAIBNGxxy5w.
```

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### Content ID Policy Rules and Conditions Example

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/106966_hl=en&ref_topic=24332

This table illustrates a Content ID policy setup. It defines rules for monetizing videos based on match percentage and includes an option to route videos for manual review if the match percentage is below a certain threshold.

```markdown
Rule | Condition  
---|---
Monetize the video | If the amount a video matches my asset is greater than 50%  
Monetize the video; route for review | If the amount a video matches my asset is smaller than 50%
```

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### YouTube Channel ID Format Example

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/contact/partner_intake_form

Provides an example of the correct format for a YouTube channel ID, which is a unique identifier for each YouTube channel. This helps users understand how to input their channel ID correctly.

```plaintext
UCk8sQmJBp8GCxrOtXWBpyEA
```

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### Example Collaboration Outreach Message

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/12340107

An example of a structured outreach message to a potential YouTube collaborator, demonstrating key principles like honesty, specificity, value proposition, and flexibility.

```text
Keep it honest |  Hey Niko! I honestly love your channel, the writing, and editing style in [video] was a huge influence for me when I first got started!  
Stay specific | I’m working on a truth or dare series that I’ve been releasing over the last few weeks. I noticed in YouTube Analytics that many of my viewers also watched your videos. I was hoping to get you into an episode around the end of this month.   
Make the value clear | If you’re down, I’d totally be willing to return the favor. We’ll make sure to give you the raw footage from the shoot and make time to shoot an episode for your channel as well.   
Be flexible  | If you’d prefer we shoot a different topic for your channel though, I’m open to it. Just let me know and we can work something out!
```

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### Copy YouTube Video Link with Start Time

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/57741

Demonstrates how to construct a YouTube video URL that starts playback at a specific time. This is achieved by appending the 't' parameter to the URL.

```url
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VIDEO_ID&t=START_TIME
```

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### YouTube Channel Redirect Example

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/2976814

Demonstrates how to use a shortened custom URL to redirect viewers to another YouTube channel. Requires specific partner or advertiser access.

```text
For example, if your URL is `www.youtube.com/c/YouTubeCreators`, you can have your shortened URL (`www.youtube.com/YouTubeCreators`) send viewers to the YouTube Nation channel by entering `www.youtube.com/user/youtubenation` or `www.youtube.com/channel/UCUD4yDVyM54QpfqGJX4S7ng` in the **Redirect URL** field.
```

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### Examples of YouTube Search and Playback Commands for Alexa

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/9394412_hl=en&ref_topic=9257505

Illustrative examples of how to use Amazon Alexa to open the YouTube app, search for specific content, and control playback. These commands demonstrate the flexibility of voice control for YouTube.

```text
“Alexa, Open YouTube”
“Alexa, show me soccer highlights on YouTube”
“Alexa, find movie trailers on YouTube”
“Alexa, watch music videos on YouTube”
“Alexa, play cooking videos on YouTube”
“Alexa, resume”, “Alexa, rewind 30 seconds”, “Alexa, next video”
```

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### Example Handle URL Format

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/2657968_hl=en&ref_topic=9257884

This snippet shows the format of a handle URL for a YouTube channel. Handles are used to create new URLs automatically.

```text
youtube.com/@youtubecreators
```

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### Example Public SSH Key Format

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/3071034_hl=en&ref_topic=3070553

An example of the expected format for a public SSH key. It starts with 'ssh-rsa', followed by a long string of characters, and ends with an email address. New line breaks should be removed from the final key.

```text
ssh-rsa  
   AAAAB3NzaC1yc2EAAAADAQABAAABAQCXsM9ycbHV6E6t2L+B4p/uYHn9Q0jmu5gU XMYnFnnf4l39xrznfDo8KCASzRrqUkRnuzrno059CvZVzcljkbwWLzKKoE1EwbzH 
 L3nYahMB4MdYNWhBbHbB+ybq6RNO7hkoKDBIQCfqQDY0FEB6sV3d3F1WYl0bAMjp 
 15yyZJzMKa/rRnZKWetHlcL1X+gFWmW2hQ93foPD463gb58/25GujjsS/tzjngw7 
 UJMVkm08U1QEY3z3DE/R++7ovJozTCzH0CTNDN0AH3/oSC3dmG+yDh3ZXFATjWjy 
 PXJSOziNrp9TXgJhlqSmoHcPvpotMVjx21kIZ+T+SusQmnG+hK+L  
   user@yourdomain.com
```

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### YouTube HLS Upload URL Examples

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/10265272_hl=en&ref_topic=9257892

Provides example URLs for uploading HLS streams to YouTube, including parameters for stream key and copy protection. These URLs are crucial for establishing the connection between the encoder and YouTube's ingestion servers.

```text
https://a.upload.youtube.com/http_upload_hls?cid=**STREAMKEY**&copy=0&file=
```

```text
https://b.upload.youtube.com/http_upload_hls?cid=**STREAMKEY**&copy=1&file=
```

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### Example YouTube Playlist URL

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/57793

This is an example of a YouTube playlist URL. The 'list=' parameter followed by a unique ID identifies the playlist. Ensure you are copying the playlist URL and not just a video URL within a playlist.

```text
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list= <playlist ID>
```

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### FFmpeg Command for Spatial Audio Encoding (Example)

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/6395969

An example of how to use FFmpeg to encode a 360 mono video with spatial audio, potentially for YouTube upload. This involves rendering in DNxHR and then encoding.

```bash
# Render out 360 mono video in DNxHR (example using FFmpeg)
ffmpeg -i input_video.mp4 -c:v dnxhra -vf "scale=iw:ih" output_video_dnxhr.mov

# Encode audio with video, selecting export setting for YouTube Spatial Audio (conceptual)
# Actual FFmpeg command for spatial audio encoding would depend on specific audio setup and desired output format.
# Example for AAC encoding with specific channel layout might look like:
# ffmpeg -i input_video_dnxhr.mov -i spatial_audio.wav -c:v copy -c:a aac -b:a 256k -map 0:v:0 -map 1:a:0 -metadata:s:a:0 "language=eng" -metadata:s:a:0 "handler_name=Spatial Audio" output_youtube_spatial.mp4
```

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### SubRip (.srt) file format example

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/2734698

This code snippet demonstrates the structure of a SubRip (.srt) file, commonly used for subtitles. It includes sequence numbers, timecodes (start --> end), and the corresponding text content for each caption line. This format is basic and does not support styling information.

```text
1  
       00:00:00,599 --> 00:00:04,160  
       >> ALICE: Hi, my name is Alice Miller and this is John Brown  
   
       2  
       00:00:04,160 --> 00:00:06,770  
       >> JOHN: and we're the owners of Miller Bakery.  
   
       3  
       00:00:06,770 --> 00:00:10,880  
       >> ALICE: Today we'll be teaching you how to make  
       our famous chocolate chip cookies!  
   
       4  
       00:00:10,880 --> 00:00:16,700  
       [intro music]  
   
       5  
       00:00:16,700 --> 00:00:21,480  
       Okay, so we have all the ingredients laid out here
```

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### SubViewer (.sbv) file format example

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/2734698

This code snippet illustrates the format of a SubViewer (.sbv) file, another basic subtitle format. It differs from SubRip in its timecode representation, using a comma as a separator between start and end times. Like .srt, it does not support styling.

```text
0:00:00.599,0:00:04.160  
       >> ALICE: Hi, my name is Alice Miller and this is John Brown  
   
       0:00:04.160,0:00:06.770  
       >> JOHN: and we're the owners of Miller Bakery.  
   
       0:00:06.770,0:00:10.880  
       >> ALICE: Today we'll be teaching you how to make  
       our famous chocolate chip cookies!  
   
       0:00:10.880,0:00:16.700  
       [intro music]  
   
       0:00:16.700,0:00:21.480  
       Okay, so we have all the ingredients laid out here
```

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### Example of Channel ID URL

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/11585688

Provides an example of a YouTube channel page URL that uses a channel ID instead of a handle URL. This format may be used when sharing to external apps via the 'Share' feature.

```URL
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0L1uV8pgO4pCAIBNGxxy5w.
```

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### Multiple YouTube Channel IDs Format Example

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/contact/partner_intake_form

Illustrates how to provide multiple YouTube channel IDs if a user works with more than one channel. Channel IDs should be separated by commas.

```plaintext
UCK8sQmJBp8GCxrOtXWBpyEA, UCa123456789012345678901
```

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### Telestream Lightspeed Live Stream HDR Setup

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/10265272_hl=en&ref_topic=9257892

Guide for setting up the Telestream Lightspeed Live Stream encoder for YouTube Live HDR.

```APIDOC
## Telestream Lightspeed Live Stream HDR Setup

### Description
Instructions for configuring the Telestream Lightspeed Live Stream encoder for YouTube Live HDR streaming.

### Method
Not Applicable (Hardware Configuration)

### Endpoint
Not Applicable

### Parameters
#### Path Parameters
None

#### Query Parameters
None

#### Request Body
None

### Request Example
None

### Response
#### Success Response (200)
Configuration is applied on the Telestream encoder.

#### Response Example
None

### HLS Channel Configuration:
*   **Segment Duration:** 1-4 seconds
*   **Segment Format:** TS (Transport Stream)
*   **Enable Byte Range:** False
*   **Playlist Type:** Rolling
*   **Elements:** 5
*   **Encryption:** None
*   **Output Location:** Push to CDN
*   **Publishing Point:** `https://a.upload.youtube.com/http_upload_hls?cid=**STREAMKEY**&copy=0&file=`
*   **HTTP Method:** POST

### HEVC Encoder Settings:
1.  **Enable 10 bit:** Enabled
2.  **Enable HDR Metadata:** Enabled
3.  **Color Primaries:** BT2020
4.  **Transfer Characteristics:** SMPTE-ST-2084 (PQ) or ARIB-STD-B67 (HLG)
5.  **Matrix Coefficients:** BT2020NC
```

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### Cobalt Encoder HDR Setup

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/10265272_hl=en&ref_topic=9257892

Instructions for configuring a Cobalt encoder for YouTube Live HDR streaming.

```APIDOC
## Cobalt Encoder HDR Setup

### Description
Steps to configure Cobalt encoders that support HEVC HDR for YouTube Live.

### Method
Not Applicable (Hardware Configuration)

### Endpoint
Not Applicable

### Parameters
#### Path Parameters
None

#### Query Parameters
None

#### Request Body
None

### Request Example
None

### Response
#### Success Response (200)
Configuration is applied on the Cobalt encoder.

#### Response Example
None

### Encoder Settings:
1.  **Encoder Mode:** HEVC
2.  **Bit Depth:** 10 Bits
3.  **Chroma Mode:** 4:2:0

### Advanced Settings:
1.  **Enable Video Signal Type:** Checked
2.  **Video Full Range:** Enable if source is full-range
3.  **Color Primaries:** BT.2020
4.  **Transfer Characteristics:** ST 2084 PQ or HLG
5.  **Matrix Coefficients:** BT.2020 Non-Const Y

### HLS Output Settings:
1.  **Output Protocol:** HLS
2.  **Server Location:** Remote
3.  **Transfer Protocol:** HTTP/S
4.  **Upload URL:** `https://a.upload.youtube.com/http_upload_hls?cid=**STREAMKEY**&copy=0&file=`
5.  **Enable Host Header:** Unchecked
6.  **Base File Name:** "live"
7.  **Segment (sec):** 1-4
8.  **Number of Segments:** Any option
9.  **Program Name:** Leave as-is
```

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### Art Track Spreadsheet Structure for Album Delivery

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/6081118_hl=en&ref_topic=6331384

This example shows the format for delivering an album using an Art Track spreadsheet. It highlights that each track on the album requires its own row in the spreadsheet, and there's a limitation of delivering only one album per CSV file.

```csv
Track 1 Data...
Track 2 Data...
Track 3 Data...
...
```

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### Start Embedded YouTube Video at a Specific Time

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/171780

To start a video from a specific time, add '?start=' followed by the desired time in seconds to the embed URL. For instance, to start at 1 minute and 30 seconds (90 seconds), use '?start=90'.

```html
<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/UkWd0azv3fQ?start=90_" width="420"></iframe>
```

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### OBS HDR Setup

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/10265272_hl=en&ref_topic=9257892

Steps to configure OBS (Open Broadcaster Software) for YouTube Live HDR streaming.

```APIDOC
## OBS HDR Setup

### Description
Configure OBS to stream in HDR on YouTube.

### Method
Not Applicable (Software Configuration)

### Endpoint
Not Applicable

### Parameters
#### Path Parameters
None

#### Query Parameters
None

#### Request Body
None

### Request Example
None

### Response
#### Success Response (200)
Configuration is applied within OBS.

#### Response Example
None

### Detailed Steps:
1. Ensure your computer has an HDR source or use Auto HDR on Windows 11.
2. In OBS Settings > Stream, select "YouTube HLS".
3. In Settings > Output > Encoder, select your hardware HEVC encoder.
4. Under Encoder Settings, change "Profile" to "Main 10".
5. In Settings > Advanced, enable "HDR" and change "Color Format" to "P010".
6. Change "Color Space" to "Rec 2100 PQ" or "HLG" (HLG recommended).
```

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### Enable Two-Factor Authentication for Google Account

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/community-guide/361794774/casual-reminder-scams-are-real-stay-smart_hl=en

This snippet provides the URL to access Google's security settings for enabling two-factor authentication (2FA), a critical step in securing YouTube accounts against unauthorized access.

```text
https://myaccount.google.com/security
```

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### Add YouTube Shorts Preview Policy (YouTube)

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/106964

Instructions for music label and distributor partners to create a YouTube Shorts preview policy. This policy allows or blocks usage of music clips in Shorts based on a 'Reference match amount' condition in seconds.

```text
1. Sign in to Studio Content Manager.
2. From the left menu, select **Policies** .
3. Click **ADD NEW POLICY** **Add YouTube Shorts preview policy**.
4. Enter a **Policy name** and **Policy description**.
5. Next to **Reference match amount** , enter the desired allowable length in seconds.
   * The maximum length of a Short is 60 seconds.
   * To make sure the full-length track is available in Shorts on its release date, the match policy must have a **Reference match amount** condition that allows for Shorts using 16 seconds or less of the reference file. In other words, the reference match should be set to more than 16 seconds.
6. Click **SAVE**.
```

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### Example YouTube Channel Redirect URL

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/2976814_hl=en&ref_topic=9257109

Demonstrates how to use a shortened custom URL to redirect viewers to another YouTube channel. This involves specifying a redirect URL in the settings. Note: This feature is available to partners and advertisers with specific enablement.

```text
Example redirect: www.youtube.com/YouTubeCreators redirecting to www.youtube.com/user/youtubenation or www.youtube.com/channel/UCUD4yDVyM54QpfqGJX4S7ng
```

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### YouTube Custom URL

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/6180214_hl=en&ref_topic=9257884

This URL format starts with '/c/' and was used for personalized channel URLs. New custom URLs can no longer be set up or changed, but existing ones still work.

```plaintext
youtube.com/c/YouTubeCreators
```

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### YouTube Content URL Formats for Copyright Removal

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/2807622_hl=en&ref_topic=9282363

Provides example URL formats for various YouTube content types required in copyright removal requests. These formats ensure the request is correctly processed by YouTube.

```markdown
**Channel banner images** |  www.youtube.com/channel/UCxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx **OR** www.youtube.com/user/xxxxxxxxx
**Channel descriptions** | www.youtube.com/user/xxxxxxxxx/about
**Clips** | www.youtube.com/clip/xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
**Comments on posts** | www.youtube.com/channel/xxxxxxxxxxx/community?lc=xxxxxxxxxxxx&lb=xxxxxxxxxxxx
**Comments on videos** | www.youtube.com/watch?v=xxxxxxxxxx&lc=xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
**Effects (Shorts)** |  www.youtube.com/effect/xxxxxxxxxx
**Membership badges, emoji, or creator's perk descriptions** | Beginning with yt3.ggpht.com/xxxxx
**Playables** | www.youtube.com/playables/xxxxxxxxxxxxxx
**Playlist descriptions** | www.youtube.com/playlist?list=xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
**Playlist image** | Beginning with https://i.ytimg.com/xxxxxxxxxx
**Posts** | https://www.youtube.com/post/xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
**Super Stickers** | Beginning with lh3.googleusercontent.com/xxxxx
**Videos** | www.youtube.com/watch?v=xxxxxxxxxxx
```

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### YouTube Search and Content Discovery via Alexa

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/9394412

Examples of Alexa voice commands used to open the YouTube app and search for specific content, such as highlights, movie trailers, or music videos.

```text
Alexa, Open YouTube
Alexa, show me soccer highlights on YouTube
Alexa, find movie trailers on YouTube
Alexa, watch music videos on YouTube
Alexa, play cooking videos on YouTube
```

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### Example of Encoded Handle URL

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/11585688

Demonstrates how a YouTube handle URL is encoded when it contains characters other than letters, numbers, or specific separators. This encoding ensures the URL functions correctly across the internet.

```URL
https://www.youtube.com/c/Handle%EC%A7%81%ED%95%A8.
```

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### YouTube Legacy Username URL

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/6180214_hl=en&ref_topic=9257884

This URL format starts with '/user/' and uses a channel's legacy username. Usernames are no longer required, but these URLs still direct viewers to the channel.

```plaintext
youtube.com/user/YouTube
```

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### YouTube Content URL Formats for Copyright Removal

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/2807622

Provides example URL formats for various YouTube content types that must be included in copyright removal requests. These formats ensure that the infringing content is correctly identified.

```text
Channel banner images: www.youtube.com/channel/UCxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx OR www.youtube.com/user/xxxxxxxxx
Channel descriptions: www.youtube.com/user/xxxxxxxxx/about
Clips: www.youtube.com/clip/xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Comments on posts: www.youtube.com/channel/xxxxxxxxxxx/community?lc=xxxxxxxxxxxx&lb=xxxxxxxxxxxx
Comments on videos: www.youtube.com/watch?v=xxxxxxxxxx&lc=xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Effects (Shorts): www.youtube.com/effect/xxxxxxxxxx
Membership badges, emoji, or creator's perk descriptions: yt3.ggpht.com/xxxxx
Playables: www.youtube.com/playables/xxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Playlist descriptions: www.youtube.com/playlist?list=xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Playlist image: i.ytimg.com/xxxxxxxxxx
Posts: https://www.youtube.com/post/xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Super Stickers: lh3.googleusercontent.com/xxxxx
Videos: www.youtube.com/watch?v=xxxxxxxxxxx
```

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### YouTube Content URL Formats

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/6005919

Provides examples of valid URL formats for various YouTube content types when submitting a counter notification. These URLs are crucial for identifying the specific content in question.

```URL
www.youtube.com/channel/UCxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
```

```URL
www.youtube.com/user/xxxxxxxxx
```

```URL
www.youtube.com/user/xxxxxxxxx/about
```

```URL
www.youtube.com/clip/xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
```

```URL
www.youtube.com/channel/xxxxxxxxxxx/community?lc=xxxxxxxxxxxx&lb=xxxxxxxxxxxx
```

```URL
www.youtube.com/watch?v=xxxxxxxxxx&lc=xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
```

```URL
www.youtube.com/effect/xxxxxxxxxx
```

```URL
yt3.ggpht.com/xxxxx
```

```URL
www.youtube.com/playables/xxxxxxxxxxxxxx
```

```URL
www.youtube.com/playlist?list=xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
```

```URL
https://i.ytimg.com/xxxxxxxxxx
```

```URL
https://www.youtube.com/post/xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
```

```URL
lh3.googleusercontent.com/xxxxx
```

```URL
www.youtube.com/watch?v=xxxxxxxxxxx
```

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### Remove or Recover Compromised YouTube Channel Users

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/community-guide/361794774/casual-reminder-scams-are-real-stay-smart_hl=en

This snippet links to a Google Support page offering step-by-step instructions on how to manage channel permissions, including removing or recovering access for compromised user accounts.

```text
https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/9481328
```

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### Check Copyright Status in YouTube Studio

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/13823830_hl=en&ref_topic=9282678

This guide outlines the steps to check if your content is scheduled for removal due to a copyright claim within YouTube Studio. It involves navigating through the 'Content' and 'Copyright' sections.

```text
1. On a computer, sign in to YouTube Studio.
2. From the left menu, click **Content** .
3. Click the filter bar **Copyright** .
4. Find the content in question.
5. In the **Restrictions** column, hover over **Copyright** .
   * If the hover text says **Copyright – Pending takedown** it means that content is scheduled for removal.
```

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### Set Up Policy for Fan-Uploaded Clips (YouTube)

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/106964

This describes how to create a custom policy in YouTube Content Manager to monetize or block fan-uploaded videos based on the length of clips they contain. It involves setting up rules with 'User video match amount' conditions for 'Minutes'.

```text
1. Create a custom policy and add 2 rules: **Monetize** and **Block**.
2. Add the condition **User video match amount** to each rule.
3. For the **Monetize** rule, next to **User video match amount** ,**** select **Minutes (mm:ss)** and**Is smaller than.** In the text box, enter 5 minutes.
4. For the **Block** rule, next to **User video match amount** ,**** select **Minutes (mm:ss)** and**Is greater than.** In the text box, enter 5 minutes.
```

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### VAST Tracking Pixel URL Handling

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/2985327_hl=en&ref_topic=9257990

Explains how YouTube handles insecure VAST tracking pixel URLs by requesting them over a secure connection, effectively swapping HTTP:// with HTTPS://. If a tracking vendor does not support this auto-correction, the provided tracking URL must be SSL-compliant (start with HTTPS://).

```plaintext
We’ll request any insecure URLs via a secure connection. We’ll achieve this by swapping out HTTP:// with HTTPS:// before requesting the URL. If your tracking vendor can’t support this functionality, the tracking URL supplied must be SSL-compliant (start with HTTPS://).
```

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### YouTube Content URL Formats for Copyright Removal

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/9516993

Provides examples of valid URL formats for different types of YouTube content when submitting a copyright removal request. These formats are crucial for accurately identifying the infringing material.

```text
Channel banner images: www.youtube.com/channel/UCxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx OR www.youtube.com/user/xxxxxxxxx
Channel descriptions: www.youtube.com/user/xxxxxxxxx/about
Clips: www.youtube.com/clip/xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Comments on posts: www.youtube.com/channel/xxxxxxxxxxx/community?lc=xxxxxxxxxxxx&lb=xxxxxxxxxxxx
Comments on videos: www.youtube.com/watch?v=xxxxxxxxxx&lc=xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Effects (Shorts): www.youtube.com/effect/xxxxxxxxxx
Membership badges, emoji, or creator's perk descriptions: Beginning with yt3.ggpht.com/xxxxx
Playables: www.youtube.com/playables/xxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Playlist descriptions: www.youtube.com/playlist?list=xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Playlist image: Beginning with https://i.ytimg.com/xxxxxxxxxx
Posts: https://www.youtube.com/post/xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Super Stickers: Beginning with lh3.googleusercontent.com/xxxxx
Videos: www.youtube.com/watch?v=xxxxxxxxxxx
```

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### Manage Extensions in Chrome

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/7404651

This section provides instructions on how to manage Chrome extensions to prevent unauthorized subscriptions. It guides users to check extension permissions and disable or remove unrecognized extensions.

```text
1. Only add extensions from the Chrome Store or sites you are familiar with.
2. Before you install an extension, check which Chrome settings the extension changes.
3. Check chrome://extensions to disable or remove extensions that you don't recognize.
4. If you think you have malware, remove it.
5. If you find something in the Chrome Web Store that violates the Chrome Web Store Terms of Service, report it.
```

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### Set Opacity and Sequence with Visual Scripting

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/16305810_hl=en&ref_topic=16305698

This snippet demonstrates how to use visual scripting to control the opacity of elements during recording. It involves 'Record', 'Set property', and 'Animated image player' nodes to manage initial and sequential element visibility.

```Visual Scripting
Record (Triggers)
  -> Set property (Objects & properties) [Target: initial face accessory (antenna blank), Property: opacity, Value: 0]
    -> Start
  -> Set property (Objects & properties) [Target: image sequence (antennae shuffle), Property: opacity, Value: 100%]
    -> Start
    -> Next (from first Set property)
```

```Visual Scripting
Tap (Triggers)
  -> Animated image player (Time & utility) [Action: pause]
    -> Next
    -> Pause
```

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### Add Captions to Embedded YouTube Videos

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/171780_hl=en&ref_topic=9257598

Enable captions by adding "&cc_load_policy=1" to the embed code. Specify a caption language using "&cc_lang_pref=[language_code]&cc_load_policy=1". For example, '&cc_lang_pref=fr&cc_load_policy=1' sets French captions.

```html
<!-- To enable captions by default -->
<iframe src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/VIDEO_ID?cc_load_policy=1"></iframe>

<!-- To enable captions and set language preference (e.g., French) -->
<iframe src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/VIDEO_ID?cc_lang_pref=fr&cc_load_policy=1"></iframe>
```

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### Request Resend PIN in AdSense for YouTube

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/14727844_hl=en

This snippet describes the process for requesting a new PIN if the original is not received or if the address needs to be changed due to fraudulent activity. It guides users through the steps within their AdSense for YouTube account.

```text
1. Sign in to your AdSense for YouTube account.
2. Click
   Payments
   Verification check.
3. Click Resend PIN.
```

--------------------------------

### SFTP Dropbox Best Practices

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/3108471_hl=en&ref_topic=3070553

Recommendations for organizing and uploading files to the SFTP dropbox, including folder naming conventions and batching strategies.

```text
Create a unique folder for each upload batch.
Use smaller batches (recommended max 100 assets per batch).
Include all referenced files.
Remove folders for successfully uploaded batches.
```

--------------------------------

### Checking Content Removal Status in YouTube Studio

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/13823830

This guide explains how to check if your content is scheduled for removal due to a copyright claim within YouTube Studio. It involves navigating to the Content section, filtering by Copyright, and checking the Restrictions column for 'Copyright – Pending takedown'.

```text
1. On a computer, sign in to YouTube Studio.
2. From the left menu, click **Content** .
3. Click the filter bar **Copyright**.
4. Find the content in question.
5. In the **Restrictions** column, hover over **Copyright**.
   * If the hover text says **Copyright – Pending takedown** it means that content is scheduled for removal.
```

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### Cobalt Encoder HEVC HDR Setup

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/10265272_hl=en&ref_topic=9257892

Details the configuration steps for Cobalt encoders to support HEVC HDR streaming. It includes setting the encoder mode, bit depth, chroma mode, and specific video signal type options such as color primaries, transfer characteristics, and matrix coefficients.

```text
Encoder mode: HEVC
Bit Depth: 10 Bits
Chroma mode: 4:2:0
Advanced -> Enable Video Signal Type: Checked
Advanced -> Video Full Range: Enable if source is full-range
Advanced -> Color Primaries: BT.2020
Advanced -> Transfer Characteristics: ST 2084 PQ or HLG
Advanced -> Matrix Coefficients: BT.2020 Non-Const Y
```

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### View Copyright Details and Take Action in YouTube Studio

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/9763348

Steps to view copyright information and perform actions on Content ID claims and copyright strikes within YouTube Studio Content Manager. This includes navigating to videos, filtering by copyright, and accessing details.

```text
1. Sign in to Studio Content Manager.
2. From the left menu, select **Videos****.**
3. Click the filter bar **Copyright** or **Copyright strikes**.
4. In the Restrictions column, hover over **Copyright**.
5. Click **SEE DETAILS**.
6. Review the info, then click **SELECT ACTION** to see additional steps you can take.
```

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### DDEX File Structure for Album Delivery

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/6081118_hl=en&ref_topic=6331384

This snippet illustrates the required structure within a DDEX file for delivering an album. It specifies the types of resources that need to be included in the Resource List to ensure YouTube correctly identifies and creates an album playlist.

```xml
<ResourceList>
  <ResourceType>Album</ResourceType>
  <ResourceType>TrackRelease</ResourceType>
  <ResourceType>TrackRelease</ResourceType>
  ...
</ResourceList>
```

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### Saving Non-English Files with UTF-8 Encoding (PC)

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/2734799

Instructions for saving a plain text file with UTF-8 encoding using Notepad on a PC to ensure accurate display of non-English characters in YouTube transcript files.

```windows
1. Open **Notepad**.
2. Click **File** **Save as**.
3. Choose **UTF-8** under “Encoding.”
```

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### YouTube Channel ID Validation Error Message

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/contact/partner_intake_form

Displays the error message shown to users when an improperly formatted YouTube channel ID is entered. This guides users to correct the input.

```plaintext
The entered Channel ID is invalid. Please enter an ID in the following format: UCK8sQmJBp8GCxrOtXWBpyEA
```

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### Folder Naming Convention for Upload Batches

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/3149776_hl=en&ref_topic=3070552

Recommends creating a new folder for each upload batch to avoid naming conflicts and aid in tracking. Including a timestamp or incremental ID in the folder name is suggested.

```shell
mkdir "upload_batch_YYYYMMDD_HHMMSS"
```

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### Opt out of Ad Personalization on Android

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/7298231_co=GENIE

This guide explains how to opt out of personalized ads on an Android device. This action prevents your viewer demographic data from being included in Nielsen TV measurement.

```text
Settings
Google
Ads
Opt out of Ad Personalization
```

--------------------------------

### SFTP Dropbox File Management

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/3108471_hl=en&ref_topic=3070553

Information on handling upload failures and the purpose of the `failed_packages` subdirectory in the SFTP dropbox.

```text
The `failed_packages` subdirectory contains files that could not be uploaded successfully. Review these files to correct issues and move them to a new upload batch folder. Add the `delivery.complete` file to reprocess.
```

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### Make Embedded YouTube Video Autoplay

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/171780

Append '&autoplay=1' to the YouTube embed code to make the video start playing automatically. Note that autoplaying videos do not increment view counts.

```html
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/D6Ac5JpCHmI?&autoplay=1" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>
```

--------------------------------

### YouTube DDEX Element for Asset Transfer

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/12732257_hl=en&ref_topic=24323

Demonstrates the use of the '<SentOnBehalfOf>' DDEX element for asset transfers when transitioning to a new distributor. This may simplify or alter the standard asset transfer process.

```xml
<SentOnBehalfOf>
  <!-- Details about the new distributor -->
</SentOnBehalfOf>
```

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### Cancel YouTube Premium Membership on Web

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/thread/101749853/cancel-premium_hl=en

Follow these steps to cancel your YouTube Premium membership directly through the YouTube website. This process involves navigating to your membership management page and confirming the cancellation.

```text
1. Visit youtube.com/paid_memberships.
2. Click Manage membership.
3. Click Deactivate.
4. Click Continue to cancel.
5. Select your reason for canceling and then click next.
6. Click Yes, cancel.
```

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### Failed Packages Subdirectory

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/3149776_hl=en&ref_topic=3070552

The `failed_packages` subdirectory contains files that could not be uploaded successfully. Users should review these files, correct the issues, and then move them to a new upload batch folder to be reprocessed.

```shell
mv problematic_file.ext ../new_upload_batch_folder/
```

--------------------------------

### DDEX Release Date XML Snippet

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/6124382_hl=en&ref_topic=6331384

This XML snippet shows how to specify a release date for a specific territory in a DDEX metadata file. It uses the `<ValidityPeriod>` tag with a `<StartDate>` subtag.

```xml
<TerritoryCode>DE</TerritoryCode>
       	<ValidityPeriod>
        	<StartDate>2015-03-01</StartDate>
        </ValidityPeriod>
```

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### YouTube Partner API for Asset Ownership Management

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/12732257_hl=en&ref_topic=24323

Highlights the capability to manage asset ownership through the YouTube Partner API. Partners should be mindful of API quotas when performing these operations.

```plaintext
// Example: Add ownership to an asset via API
// POST /v1/assets/{assetId}/ownership

// Example: Remove ownership from an asset via API
// DELETE /v1/assets/{assetId}/ownership
```

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### Delivery Complete File

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/3149776_hl=en&ref_topic=3070552

The `delivery.complete` file signals the completion of an upload batch. It should be placed in the root of the folder for each batch. Google ignores files in the root of the dropbox unless they are within a batch folder and accompanied by this file.

```shell
touch delivery.complete
```

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### Saving Non-English Files with UTF-8 Encoding (Apple)

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/2734799

Instructions for saving a plain text file with UTF-8 encoding using TextEdit on an Apple computer to ensure accurate display of non-English characters in YouTube transcript files.

```macos
1. Open **TextEdit**.
2. Click **Format** **Make Plain Text**.
3. Click **File** **Save**.
4. Select **Unicode (UTF-8)**.
```

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### Set Up an Away Slate for Live Streams

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/7385599

Configure a temporary away screen during live streams using the 'Take a Break' feature. You can choose a default slate or a custom video from your library.

```text
1. Open the Live Control Room .
2. In the bottom-left corner, click Settings .
3. Click the **Overlay for breaks** tab.
4. Choose your overlay settings:
    1. Use default overlay: viewers will see the default slate video when ads are not running.
    2. Choose from your video library: choose a video from your channel to play when ads are not running. The video must be public or unlisted and allow embedding. Premieres, members-only, monetized videos and those with copyright claims are ineligible.

Notes:
For **Choose from your video** option, ensure that the “Allow embedding” option is checked for the video you selected.
  1. Sign in to YouTube Studio.
  2. From the left menu, select Content.
  3. Next to the video you’d like to manage, select Details .
  4. From the bottom, select SHOW MORE.
  5. Check the box next to "Allow embedding" SAVE.
```

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### Generate SSH key pair on Windows with PuTTYgen

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/3070607_hl=en&ref_topic=3070552

This outlines the process for generating an SSH key pair on a Windows machine using the PuTTYgen utility. It details configuring key type, generating the key, saving both public and private keys, and preparing the public key for submission.

```Windows/PuTTYgen
Download PuTTYgen.exe and run it.
Select the **RSA** radio button.
Click the **Generate** button.
Move the mouse around in the blank area.
In the **Key comment** text box, append the email address.
Click the **Save public key** button and save the public key with the name id-rsa in the folder C:\\Documents and Settings\\username\\.ssh.
Click the **Save private key** button and save the private key with the name id-rsa.ppk in the same folder.
Copy to the clipboard the contents of the text box **Public key for pasting into OpenSSH authorized_keys file**.
Paste the public key into a text editor, remove the line breaks, and recopy the full text to the clipboard.
```

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### Create an IFTTT Applet for YouTube Super Chat

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/7660824_hl=en&ref_topic=9257792

Instructions for creating a custom IFTTT applet where a new Super Chat message triggers an action. This allows for personalized viewer interactions based on Super Chat contributions.

```text
1. Go to ifttt.com/create.
2. Click +This.
3. Select the YouTube logo.
4. Follow the instructions to connect your YouTube channel.
5. Choose "New Super Chat message" as the trigger and choose which color tier you would like to be the trigger.
6. Click +That and select any action service.
7. Follow the instructions to connect that service and choose the action.
8. Review your applet and click Finish.
```

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### SFTP Connection Details for YouTube Content Manager

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/3079012_hl=en&ref_topic=3070553

This snippet outlines the necessary parameters to establish an SFTP connection to a YouTube Content Manager dropbox. It specifies the server address, port, and the requirement for using Public Key Authentication.

```text
Server: partnerupload.google.com
Port: 19321
Username: [your dropbox name, starts with "yt-"]
Authentication: Use Public Key Authentication
```

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### Appeal YouTube Audience Setting (Computer)

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/9527654_hl=en&ref_topic=10316671

Instructions for initiating an appeal against YouTube's 'Set to made for kids' designation on a computer via YouTube Studio.

```Markdown
**To start an appeal on your computer** :
  1. On a computer, go to studio.youtube.com.
  2. From the left menu, select **Content**.
  3. Go to the video that you want to appeal.
  4. Hover over “Set to made for kids” and click **Appeal**.
  5. Enter your reason for appealing and click **Submit**.
```

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### YouTube Keyboard Shortcuts: Navigation and Interface

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/7631406

This section covers keyboard shortcuts for navigating YouTube's interface, including searching, toggling full screen, managing captions, and moving between videos or playlists.

```General
/: Go to search box.
```

```General
f: Activate full screen. Press F or Escape to exit.
```

```General
c: Activate/hide closed captions and subtitles.
```

```General
Shift+N: Move to the next video (playlist or suggested).
```

```General
Shift+P: Move to the previous video (only in playlists).
```

```General
i: Open the Miniplayer.
```

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### Generate SSH key pair on Macintosh or Linux

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/3070607_hl=en&ref_topic=3070552

This provides the command-line instructions for generating an SSH key pair on Macintosh or Linux systems using the `ssh-keygen` utility. It explains the command and the resulting key files.

```Shell
ssh-keygen -t rsa
# Select the default values for all options.
# Send the public key file `id_rsa.pub` to your partner representative.
```

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### Test YouTube Super Chat Applets via Email with IFTTT

Source: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/7660824_hl=en&ref_topic=9257792

Guidance on testing IFTTT applets linked to YouTube Super Chat by sending an email to IFTTT's account. This confirms the trigger and action mechanisms are working correctly.

```text
1. Go to ifttt.com/create.
2. Click +This.
3. Find and click the YouTube logo.
4. Follow the instructions to connect your YouTube channel.
5. Choose "email" as the trigger and “Send IFTTT any email” as the trigger.
6. Click +That and select any action service.
7. Follow the instructions to connect that service and choose the action.
8. Review your applet and click Finish.
9. To test, email IFTTT’s email account. Your Applet should trigger within seconds.
```
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