Build from Source

Build from Source

This guide explains how to build and run QIFY Downloader directly from the source code.

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Requirements

Before you begin, install:

• Windows 10 or Windows 11
• Python 3.10 or newer
• Git (optional)
• FFmpeg

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Clone the Repository

Using Git:

git clone https://github.com/deep-mistry10/QIFY-Downloader.git

Go to the project folder:

cd QIFY-Downloader

Or download the ZIP from GitHub and extract it.

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Install Python Dependencies

Run:

pip install -r requirements.txt

This installs:

• yt-dlp
• customtkinter

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Install FFmpeg

See the FFmpeg Setup page for installation instructions.

Verify installation:

ffmpeg -version

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Run the Application

Start the application with:

python main.py

The QIFY Downloader window should appear.

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Updating Dependencies

To update installed packages:

pip install --upgrade -r requirements.txt

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Common Issues

ModuleNotFoundError

Run:

pip install -r requirements.txt

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FFmpeg Not Found

Install FFmpeg and verify:

ffmpeg -version

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Python Not Found

Install Python 3.10 or newer and ensure it is added to your system PATH during installation.