mpv-player / mpv-player/mpv

XSPF playlist support

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Description

Expected behavior of the wanted feature

MPV would open XSPF files just like it opens M3U8 files.

Alternative behavior of the wanted feature

None

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Research direction

Start by tracing mpv's existing M3U8 opening path and identify the playlist parser entry point. Compare the expected XSPF playlist structure with the supported playlist behavior, then verify that an XSPF file opens and its entries play as expected.

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Assessment

Tech stack
c
Domain
cli
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Quiet
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
48/100

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