### Install yt-dlp with Snap

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/Installation.md

Install the edge version of yt-dlp using Snap on Linux.

```bash
sudo snap install --edge yt-dlp
```

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

### Install yt-dlp with APT

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/Installation.md

Add the yt-dlp PPA to your APT sources and install yt-dlp on Debian-based systems.

```bash
sudo add-apt-repository ppa:tomtomtom/yt-dlp    # Add ppa repo to apt
sudo apt update                                 # Update package list
sudo apt install yt-dlp                         # Install yt-dlp
```

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

### Install yt-dlp with pip (default)

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/Installation.md

Install yt-dlp and its default optional dependencies using pip.

```bash
python3 -m pip install -U "yt-dlp[default]"
```

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

### Install yt-dlp from master branch with pip

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/Installation.md

Install the latest development version from the master branch using pip. This requires installing build tools first.

```bash
python3 -m pip install -U pip hatchling wheel
python3 -m pip install --force-reinstall "yt-dlp[default] @ https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp/archive/master.tar.gz"
```

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

### Install yt-dlp with pip (no dependencies)

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/Installation.md

Install yt-dlp without any optional dependencies using pip.

```bash
python3 -m pip install --no-deps -U yt-dlp
```

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

### Install yt-dlp-core on Alpine Linux

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/Installation.md

Install yt-dlp without optional dependencies on Alpine Linux. This is an alternative to the standard installation.

```sh
doas apk -U add yt-dlp-core
```

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

### Install yt-dlp with Homebrew

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/Installation.md

Install yt-dlp on macOS or Linux using the Homebrew package manager.

```bash
brew install yt-dlp
```

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

### Install yt-dlp with MacPorts

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/Installation.md

Install yt-dlp on macOS using the MacPorts package manager.

```bash
sudo port install yt-dlp
```

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

### Download and Install yt-dlp using wget

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/Installation.md

Use wget to download the yt-dlp binary and place it in ~/.local/bin. Ensure it's executable.

```bash
wget https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp/releases/latest/download/yt-dlp -O ~/.local/bin/yt-dlp
chmod a+rx ~/.local/bin/yt-dlp  # Make executable
```

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

### Install yt-dlp nightly version with pip

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/Installation.md

Install the pre-release (nightly) version of yt-dlp with its default optional dependencies.

```bash
python3 -m pip install -U --pre "yt-dlp[default]"
```

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

### Install yt-dlp with Scoop on Windows

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/Installation.md

Install yt-dlp using the Scoop package manager on Windows. This is a common method for Windows users.

```powershell
scoop install yt-dlp
```

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

### Install yt-dlp with pacman

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/Installation.md

Install yt-dlp on Arch Linux using pacman. The package manager handles dependencies and updates.

```bash
sudo pacman -Syu yt-dlp
```

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

### Download and Install yt-dlp using curl

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/Installation.md

Use curl to download the yt-dlp binary and place it in ~/.local/bin. Ensure it's executable.

```bash
curl -L https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp/releases/latest/download/yt-dlp -o ~/.local/bin/yt-dlp
chmod a+rx ~/.local/bin/yt-dlp  # Make executable
```

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

### Install Python and pip in Termux

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/Installation.md

Install Python and pip, the package installer for Python, within Termux. These are necessary for installing yt-dlp with pip.

```bash
pkg install python python-pip
```

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

### Install yt-dlp with winget on Windows

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/Installation.md

Install yt-dlp using the winget package manager on Windows. winget is Microsoft's official package manager.

```powershell
winget install yt-dlp
```

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

### Install yt-dlp with default dependencies in Termux

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/Installation.md

Install yt-dlp along with its default dependencies using pip within Termux. This is the primary method for installing yt-dlp on Android via Termux.

```bash
pip install -U "yt-dlp[default]"
```

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

### Install yt-dlp on Alpine Linux

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/Installation.md

Use this command to install yt-dlp on Alpine Linux. Ensure you are using the latest version of the OS.

```sh
doas apk -U add yt-dlp
```

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

### Install yt-dlp with Chocolatey on Windows

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/Installation.md

Install yt-dlp using the Chocolatey package manager on Windows. This is another popular option for Windows package management.

```powershell
choco install yt-dlp
```

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

### Download and Install yt-dlp using aria2c

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/Installation.md

Use aria2c to download the yt-dlp binary to ~/.local/bin. Ensure it's executable.

```bash
aria2c https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp/releases/latest/download/yt-dlp --dir ~/.local/bin -o yt-dlp
chmod a+rx ~/.local/bin/yt-dlp  # Make executable
```

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

### Install yt-dlp-ejs package directly

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/EJS.md

Install the yt-dlp-ejs Python package directly from PyPI. Ensure the version matches yt-dlp's pyproject.toml to avoid compatibility issues. This package should be updated alongside yt-dlp.

```bash
pip install -U yt-dlp-ejs
```

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

### Update yt-dlp with Snap

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/Installation.md

Manually refresh the edge version of yt-dlp installed via Snap.

```bash
sudo snap refresh --edge yt-dlp
```

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

### Set up Termux storage on Android

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/Installation.md

Allow Termux to access your phone's storage for downloading files. This is a prerequisite for installing yt-dlp via Termux.

```bash
termux-setup-storage
```

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

### Install ffmpeg optionally in Termux

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/Installation.md

Install ffmpeg as an optional dependency within Termux. ffmpeg is useful for advanced video processing tasks.

```bash
pkg install ffmpeg
```

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

### Configure Poetry for Plugin Packages

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/Plugin Development.md

Add the 'packages' configuration to your pyproject.toml file to make your plugin installable with Poetry. This ensures that the 'yt_dlp_plugins' directory is included.

```toml
[tool.poetry]
... 
packages = [{ include = "yt_dlp_plugins" }]
...
```

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

### Install yt-dlp with EJS dependency

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/EJS.md

Install the yt-dlp Python package including the EJS dependency using pip. This ensures the EJS scripts are available for challenge solving.

```bash
pip install -U "yt-dlp[default]"
```

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

### Update and upgrade Termux packages

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/Installation.md

Update all installed packages within Termux and upgrade them. This ensures a stable environment for installing yt-dlp.

```bash
pkg update && pkg upgrade
```

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

### Upgrade yt-dlp on Alpine Linux

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/Installation.md

Explicitly upgrade yt-dlp on Alpine Linux. This command ensures you have the latest version installed.

```sh
doas apk -U upgrade yt-dlp
```

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

### Pass cookies from Chrome browser

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/FAQ.md

Extract cookies directly from the Chrome browser. For Flatpak installations, specify the Flatpak Chrome path.

```bash
yt-dlp --cookies-from-browser chrome
```

```bash
yt-dlp --cookies-from-browser chrome:~/.var/app/com.google.Chrome/
```

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

### Enable QuickJS Runtime

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/EJS.md

Enable QuickJS as the JavaScript runtime for yt-dlp. Specify the path to the executable if its filename is not 'qjs' or 'qjs.exe'. It's recommended to add this to your configuration file.

```bash
--js-runtimes quickjs
```

```bash
--js-runtimes quickjs:/path/to/qjs
```

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

### Add Plugin Files and Commit Changes

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/Plugin Development.md

Use git commands to add new plugin files, commit them with a descriptive message, and push the changes to your repository.

```bash
git add yt_dlp_plugins setup.cfg README.md
git commit -m 'Add yourplugin plugin'
git push origin master
```

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

### Update yt-dlp with Homebrew

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/Installation.md

Upgrade yt-dlp to the latest version using Homebrew.

```bash
brew upgrade yt-dlp
```

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

### Enable Node.js Runtime

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/EJS.md

Enable Node.js as the JavaScript runtime for yt-dlp. It's recommended to add this to your configuration file to avoid passing it repeatedly.

```bash
--js-runtimes node
```

```bash
--js-runtimes node:/path/to/node
```

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

### Enable EJS script downloads from npm

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/EJS.md

Configure yt-dlp to download EJS scripts from npm. This option is compatible with Deno and Bun runtimes. It is recommended to add this to the yt-dlp configuration file for persistent use and automatic updates.

```bash
--remote-components ejs:npm
```

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

### Enable Bun Runtime

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/EJS.md

Enable Bun as the JavaScript runtime for yt-dlp. Note that support for Bun is deprecated and only specific versions are compatible. It's recommended to add this to your configuration file.

```bash
--js-runtimes bun
```

```bash
--js-runtimes bun:/path/to/bun
```

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

### Prepare Bug Report with Verbose Output

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/FAQ.md

When filing a bug report, use the `-Uv` flags with your command to provide verbose output, which is essential for debugging and reproducing issues.

```bash
yt-dlp -Uv <rest of your command>
```

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

### Update yt-dlp

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/Installation.md

Run this command to update yt-dlp to the latest version.

```bash
yt-dlp -U
```

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

### Update yt-dlp with Scoop on Windows

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/Installation.md

Update yt-dlp to the latest version using Scoop on Windows. Run this command periodically to stay updated.

```powershell
scoop update yt-dlp
```

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

### Enable EJS script downloads from GitHub

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/EJS.md

Configure yt-dlp to download EJS scripts directly from GitHub. This method may be affected by network restrictions to GitHub. It is recommended to add this to the yt-dlp configuration file for persistent use and automatic updates.

```bash
--remote-components ejs:github
```

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

### Download Only New Videos from a Playlist

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/FAQ.md

Utilize the `--download-archive` option to keep track of downloaded videos. Subsequent runs will only download videos not present in the archive file.

```bash
yt-dlp --download-archive archive.txt "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwiyx1dc3P2JR9N8gQaQN_BCvlSlap7re"
```

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

### Upgrade yt-dlp with winget on Windows

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/Installation.md

Upgrade yt-dlp to the latest version using winget on Windows. This command is essential for maintaining the latest yt-dlp version.

```powershell
winget upgrade yt-dlp
```

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

### Stream Best Quality Video with FFmpeg

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/FAQ.md

When streaming to stdout with FFmpeg as the downloader, use this command to ensure the best available video and audio quality are selected.

```bash
yt-dlp -o - --downloader ffmpeg -f "bv*+ba/b"
```

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

### Select Player Client with Extractor Argument

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/PO Token Guide.md

Specify the `player_client` extractor argument to control which YouTube client yt-dlp uses for requests. This can affect PO Token requirements.

```python
yt-dlp --extractor-args "youtube:player_client=<CLIENT_NAME>" <YOUTUBE_URL>
```

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

### Upgrade yt-dlp with Chocolatey on Windows

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/Installation.md

Upgrade yt-dlp to the latest version using Chocolatey on Windows. This command ensures you have the most recent features and fixes.

```powershell
choco upgrade yt-dlp
```

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

### Update yt-dlp with MacPorts

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/Installation.md

Update MacPorts and then upgrade yt-dlp to the latest version.

```bash
sudo port selfupdate
sudo port upgrade yt-dlp
```

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

### Specify Path to JS Runtime

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/EJS.md

Use this argument to specify the path to a JS runtime executable or its containing folder if it's not in your system's PATH.

```bash
--js-runtimes "deno:/path/to/deno"
```

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

### Workaround for FFmpeg 'incorrect codec parameters' error

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/FAQ.md

Use this argument when older FFmpeg versions have experimental support for Opus audio in mp4 or webm containers and throw an error. Update FFmpeg if possible.

```bash
--postprocessor-args "ffmpeg:-strict -2"
```

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

### Provide PO Token via Extractor Argument

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/PO Token Guide.md

Use the `po_token` extractor argument to supply a PO Token for YouTube requests. This is useful when a plugin is not used.

```python
yt-dlp --extractor-args "youtube:po_token=<PO_TOKEN>" <YOUTUBE_URL>
```

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

### Export browser cookies to a file

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/FAQ.md

Extract cookies from a browser and save them to a specified file using `--cookies-from-browser` and `--cookies`. Be cautious as this exports all site cookies.

```bash
yt-dlp --cookies-from-browser chrome --cookies cookies.txt
```

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

### Import Extractor from Plugin

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/Plugin Development.md

Import an extractor class from a plugin package. This import will work at runtime if yt-dlp can find the plugin, even if your IDE cannot resolve it.

```python
from yt_dlp_plugins.extractor.example import ExampleIE
```

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

### Stream Video to VLC Media Player

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/FAQ.md

Stream video content directly to VLC by piping yt-dlp's stdout to VLC's stdin. Ensure VLC is capable of reading from stdin.

```bash
yt-dlp -o - "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BaW_jenozKcj" | vlc -
```

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

### Add Delay Between Downloads

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/Extractors.md

To avoid exceeding YouTube's request rate limit, add a delay between downloads using the `-t sleep` option or other sleep options. This is crucial for preventing 'This content isn't available, try again later' errors.

```bash
-t sleep
```

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

### Manually pass cookies from a file

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/FAQ.md

Use the `--cookies` option to specify a file containing cookies in Mozilla/Netscape format. Ensure correct newline characters (CRLF for Windows, LF for Unix-like systems).

```bash
--cookies /path/to/cookies/file.txt
```

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

### Shorten Filenames with Output Template

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/FAQ.md

To avoid 'File name too long' errors, use the output template to limit the length of parts of the filename, such as the uploader name and title. This can also be configured globally in a configuration file.

```bash
%(uploader).30B - %(title).200B.%(ext)s
```

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

### Pass Visitor Data without Cookies

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/Extractors.md

Use this method to pass visitor data instead of cookies. It requires skipping webpage requests, which may lead to more requests and less stable extraction. Ensure VISITOR_DATA_VALUE_HERE is replaced with the actual value.

```bash
--extractor-args "youtubetab:skip=webpage" --extractor-args "youtube:player_skip=webpage,configs;visitor_data=VISITOR_DATA_VALUE_HERE"
```

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

### Uninstall yt-dlp on Alpine Linux

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/Installation.md

Use this command to remove yt-dlp from your Alpine Linux system.

```sh
doas apk del yt-dlp
```

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

### Handle URLs with Ampersands in Shell

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/FAQ.md

When a video URL contains an ampersand (&), it can be misinterpreted by the shell. Enclose the URL in quotes or escape the ampersand to pass it correctly to yt-dlp.

```bash
yt-dlp "https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=4&v=BaW_jenozKc"
```

```bash
yt-dlp https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=4\&v=BaW_jenozKc
```

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

### Bypass Cloudflare 403 errors with cookies and User-Agent

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/FAQ.md

Pass your browser's User-Agent string and extract cookies from a specified browser to bypass Cloudflare's anti-bot measures. Ensure cookies are from a recent session.

```bash
--user-agent "USERAGENT" --cookies-from-browser firefox
```

```bash
--cookies cookies.txt
```

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

### Escape Percent Characters in Windows Batch Files

Source: https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp-wiki/blob/master/FAQ.md

When using output templates in Windows batch files, plain percent characters (%) must be doubled to avoid being interpreted as batch variable expansions. Environment variables should not be escaped.

```batch
-o "%%(title)s-%%(id)s.%%(ext)s"
```

```batch
-o "C:\%HOMEPATH%\Desktop\%%(title)s.%%(ext)s"
```

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