mpv-player / mpv-player/mpv

How can I reload and play a video after a network connection is lost without clearing the existing cache data?

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Description

Expected behavior of the wanted feature

Dear Development Team:
How can I reload and play a video after a network connection is lost without clearing the existing cache data?

Alternative behavior of the wanted feature

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Research direction

The issue names no files, tests, or entry points. First identify where mpv handles network playback and cached media, then clarify the expected recovery behavior and how it can be tested without clearing existing cache data.

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Assessment

Tech stack
c
Domain
cli
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Quiet
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
30/100

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