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Online downloads (yt-dlp)
Use Sequence Pro with managed yt-dlp to download supported online sources into your queue, with practical controls for reliability.
Online downloads are useful, but they are inherently best-effort.
What it is
Sequence Pro can install and manage yt-dlp from the app. After setup, supported URLs can be added to your queue like local sources.
Controls available
- Install/update/remove yt-dlp in settings.
- Download defaults for quality/container.
- Retry behavior and parallel/sequential strategy.
- Cookies support via browser profile or cookies file.
Important limitations
- Site behavior can change without notice.
- Login, region, and age gates may block downloads without valid cookies.
- DRM-protected streaming services are not supported.
Recommended flow
- Install yt-dlp in app settings.
- Add URL and verify metadata.
- If needed, configure cookies and retry settings.
- Once downloaded, continue normal frame tuning and canvas export workflow.