Download transcript of youtube video

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Update
November 29, 2023
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YT Transcript Downloader Extension

The YT Transcript Downloader is a handy Chrome extension that enhances your YouTube experience by adding a convenient download button to video transcripts. Say goodbye to the hassle of copying and pasting transcript text – with this extension, you can effortlessly download the transcript in a simple text (txt) format with just a click.

Key Features:

Download Transcripts: Seamlessly download YouTube video transcripts in text (txt) format for easy reference and offline reading.

Enhanced Convenience: The extension integrates a download button directly into the YouTube interface, simplifying the transcript retrieval process.

Time-Saving: No need to manually copy and paste transcript content – save time and effort by downloading transcripts with a single click.

Unlock a new level of convenience when using YouTube by adding the YouTube Transcript Downloader to your Chrome browser today!
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "name": "YT Transcript Downloader", "description": "Download transcript of youtube video", "version": "1.0", "manifest_version": 3, "background": { "service_worker": "background.js" }, "content_scripts": [ { "matches": ["https://youtube.com/*", "https://www.youtube.com/*"], "js": ["content_script.js"], "css": ["content_script.css"] } ], "permissions": ["tabs"], "action": { "default_icon": { "16": "/images/logo-16x16.png", "32": "/images/logo-32x32.png", "48": "/images/logo-48x48.png", "128": "/images/logo-128x128.png" } }, "icons": { "16": "/images/logo-16x16.png", "32": "/images/logo-32x32.png", "48": "/images/logo-48x48.png", "128": "/images/logo-128x128.png" }}
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How to download and manually install YT Transcript Downloader extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install YT Transcript Downloader extensions for Chrome, you can search for them in the Chrome Web Store, clicking the "Add to Chrome" button, and following the straightforward process.

However, you may need to install YT Transcript Downloader extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install YT Transcript Downloader extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download YT Transcript Downloader extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a YT Transcript Downloader extension for Chrome, don't worry, it's a simple process. Just follow these easy steps, and you will have your extension ready to use in no time.

Step 1: Download the YT Transcript Downloader Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the YT Transcript Downloader extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the YT Transcript Downloader extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for YT Transcript Downloader extension that contains all the data.

Step 2: Extract &Arrange Files

Once the file is downloaded, extract that file into its own folder. Similarly, give that extension files a permanent home. In other words, keep it in a folder that you don't accidentally delete it because these files will be needed to make that extension work.

Step 3: Go to the Chrome Extensions Page

Open Google Chrome and in the address bar, type chrome://extensions; it will open the Google Chrome extensions page. Make sure that "My extensions" is selected in the sidebar.

Step 4: Drag and Drop the Extension

Now, go to the folder where you extracted the YT Transcript Downloader extension and drag &drop the extension file from there anywhere onto the extension page within Google Chrome.

Step 5: Complete the Installation

Once you drag and drop the extension file, follow the steps that Google Chrome takes you through. Similarly, if the extension file is of .crx file format, you will be required to review the permissions and then add the extension.

Now, you can manage that added extension as you would like to with any other Chrome extension that you added through Chrome Webstore. Its icon will also appear in the Google Chrome Menu on the right side of the address bar once you activate it.

Method 2: Download YT Transcript Downloader extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install YT Transcript Downloader extension manually, but the twist is that here, you install by enabling the developer mode option provided in Google Chrome. This mode is commonly used for testing extensions or running unpublished tools.

Step 1: Download the YT Transcript Downloader extension file

Select and download the YT Transcript Downloader extension by clicking the 'Download CRX' button on the website.

Step 2: Extract the downloaded contents

Convert the file to a ZIP file if it is in CRX format then extract the YT Transcript Downloader extension zip file or folder that you downloaded. Make sure you extract it using the same folder name and keep it safely in another folder, so you don't delete it by mistake. The extracted folder will be needed to keep your YT Transcript Downloader extension running.

Step 3: Open Chrome Extension Setting Page

In the address bar of Google Chrome, type chrome://extensions and open the Chrome Extension Page.

Step 4: Enable Developer Mode

After opening the Chrome Extension page, look at the top right side, and you will find the toggle option of "Developer mode."Simply enable that developer mode option.

Step 5: Load the Unpacked Extension

Once you enable the developer mode option, you will see the menu of Load Unpacked, Pack Extensions and Update. From that, select the option "Load unpacked."

Step 6: Select the Extension Folder

Once the pop-up opens upon clicking Load unpacked, select the YT Transcript Downloader extension directory and click on the "Select Folder "button.

Step 7: Confirm and Install

After you select an extension folder of a Google Chrome extension you're installing manually, confirm its installation for the final time and let the installation complete.

Conclusion

Here we've made a step-by-step guide on How to manually install YT Transcript Downloader extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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Mada sein5050 (ID: 00000018623f407e) Voted 2 ★ - Updated 10/20/2023 as expected didnt do nothing. perhaps due to current YT updates so its not working as it should.

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Reza Haque (ID: 000000ba5652f192) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 09/18/2023 This is a great chrome plugin to extract the copytext of the youtube video transcript. If you are a marketer, copywriter and want to download or extract the content/transcript of the great videos to rewrite your marketing or video copy in the same structure or same tone, this YT Transcript Downloader will help you a lot. It will save a lot of time. Thanks to the developer for his great effort. :)