StreamHelper v1.0.0 - Initial Release

✨ Core Features

• Stream Capture: Real-time M3U8 streaming URL detection from web pages
• Download Management: Queue and manage multiple stream downloads with progress tracking
• yt-dlp Integration: Advanced video downloading with automatic binary management
• Cross-Platform: Native applications for Windows, macOS, and Linux
• Chrome Extension: Seamless browser integration for stream capture

Chrome Extension (v1.0.0)

• Real-time Capture: Automatically detects M3U8 requests as you browse
• Smart Filtering: Tab-specific views and intelligent request organization
• Header & Cookie Capture: Captures authentication data for reliable downloads
• Modern UI: Clean, Material Design-inspired interface
• StreamHelper Integration: Direct download queuing to desktop application
• Export & Management: Export requests and manage captured streams

💾 Download Management

• Persistent History: Download history saved across application restarts
• Progress Tracking: Real-time download progress with detailed status
• Retry System: Retry failed, paused, or pending downloads
• Custom Naming: Define custom video filenames before download
• Directory Control: Custom download directory selection
• Detailed Logs: Complete yt-dlp process logs for troubleshooting

🎨 User Experience

• Theme Support: Light, dark, and auto theme modes with system integration
• Responsive Design: Modern UI with PrimeNG components
• File Management: Highlight downloaded files in system file explorer
• Toast Notifications: User feedback for all operations
• Search & Filter: Find specific downloads quickly

🔧 Advanced Capabilities

• Request Headers: Captures and integrates all valid request headers
• Cookie Management: Automatic cookie capture for authentication
• WebSocket Communication: Real-time extension-to-desktop communication
• Error Handling: Comprehensive error capture and user guidance
• Cross-Platform Paths: Automatic path expansion and validation

📦 Download Packages

macOS

• StreamHelper.Client-1.0.0.dmg (204.69 MB) - Intel (x64)
• StreamHelper.Client-1.0.0-arm64.dmg (206.58 MB) - Apple Silicon (ARM64)

Windows

• StreamHelper Client Setup 1.0.0.exe (199.87 MB) - x64 Installer
• StreamHelper Client 1.0.0.exe (372.66 MB) - IA32 Portable

Linux

• StreamHelper.Client-1.0.0.AppImage (355.61 MB) - x64 AppImage
• StreamHelper.Client-1.0.0-arm64.AppImage (216.73 MB) - ARM64 AppImage

Chrome Extension

• StreamHelper-Extension-v1.0.0.zip (45.6 KB) - Chrome Extension Package

🚀 Getting Started

1. Download the appropriate package for your platform
2. Install the desktop application
3. Extract the Chrome extension zip file
4. Load Extension in Chrome:
   • Go to chrome://extensions/
   • Enable "Developer mode"
   • Click "Load unpacked" and select the extracted extension folder
5. Start Capturing streams from any website!

⚠️ Important Notes

• Permissions: Extension requires webRequest and storage permissions
• Local Communication: Desktop app listens on localhost:8080
• Educational Use: Intended for legitimate streaming analysis and personal use

�� Documentation

• README.md: Complete project overview and setup instructions
• INSTALLATION.md: Step-by-step extension installation guide
• INTEGRATION.md: Extension + Desktop app integration details
• BUILD.md: Development and build instructions

🎯 System Requirements

• Desktop App: Windows 10+, macOS 10.14+, Ubuntu 18.04+
• Chrome Extension: Chrome 88+ (Manifest V3)
• Storage: 500MB+ free space for downloads
• Network: Internet connection for yt-dlp binary downloads

🤝 Acknowledgments

• yt-dlp: Advanced video downloader engine
• Electron: Cross-platform desktop framework
• Angular: Modern web application framework
• PrimeNG: Professional UI component library

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Ready to capture and download streams like a pro? 🎬

This release provides everything you need for professional stream management - from browser capture to desktop download management, all in one comprehensive package!