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    Updated at 17 days ago

    by anaisbetts

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    A Model-Context Protocol Server for YouTube

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    What is mcp-youtube

    mcp-youtube is a Python script designed to download YouTube videos and save them as MP3 files. It uses the yt-dlp library for downloading and ffmpeg for conversion to MP3. The primary goal seems to be providing a simple command-line tool for quickly extracting audio from YouTube videos.

    How to use

    1. Install Dependencies: Ensure you have Python 3 installed along with yt-dlp and ffmpeg. You can install yt-dlp via pip: pip install yt-dlp. ffmpeg may require manual installation depending on your operating system.
    2. Run the script: Execute the mcp.py script providing the YouTube video URL as an argument: python mcp.py <youtube_video_url>.
    3. Automatic Download and Conversion: The script will then download the video, convert it to MP3, and save it in the same directory as the script with the title of the video as the filename.

    Key features

    • YouTube to MP3 Conversion: Downloads YouTube videos and converts them to MP3 format.
    • Simple Command-Line Interface: Easy to use with a single command.
    • Uses yt-dlp: Leverages the robust yt-dlp library for downloading.
    • Automatic File Naming: Saves the MP3 file using the video title.

    Use cases

    • Quickly extracting audio from YouTube videos for offline listening.
    • Creating a personal library of audio from YouTube content (podcasts, music, lectures, etc.).
    • Archiving audio from YouTube videos before they are potentially removed.

    FAQ

    • Q: What do I do if the script says yt-dlp is not installed?
      • A: You need to install yt-dlp using pip install yt-dlp.
    • Q: What do I do if the script says ffmpeg is not installed?
      • A: You need to install ffmpeg. The installation process varies depending on your operating system. Search online for instructions on how to install ffmpeg on your specific OS (e.g., "install ffmpeg on Ubuntu", "install ffmpeg on Windows").
    • Q: Where are the downloaded MP3 files saved?
      • A: The MP3 files are saved in the same directory as the mcp.py script.
    • Q: Can I download playlists or multiple videos at once?
      • A: Based on the provided information, the script appears to be designed for single video downloads. More advanced functionality would require modifications to the script.
    • Q: The script doesn't work, what can I do?
      • A: Double check that you have installed the dependencies correctly, and that you're running it with the correct python version. If problems persists, make sure that the Youtube URL is a valid URL.

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