A terminal-based YouTube player and downloader that brings video streaming directly to your command line. Unlike web-based alternatives, this tool requires no YouTube API key and works seamlessly across Windows, Linux, and macOS.

Key Features:

Search and play audio or video content from YouTube
Download videos and audio in multiple formats and resolutions
Create and manage local playlists
Import and play YouTube playlists
Convert downloaded content to MP3 and other formats (with ffmpeg)
Browse and read YouTube video comments
Search for complete albums and match individual tracks by title and duration
Customize search results with additional fields and sorting options
Support for mpv player with custom input bindings
MPRIS integration for system media controls

Installation is straightforward - install via pip or pipx, then run the yt command. The tool works with mplayer, mpv, or VLC as playback engines. Advanced users can customize display columns, set playback order, and configure player preferences. Whether you're looking to stream music, download videos, or build curated playlists from YouTube, this terminal player offers a lightweight alternative to browser-based solutions.