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A Step-by-Step Guide to Record Only New Episodes on YouTube TV

  • 30 October 2024
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YouTube TV provides an easy way to record your favorite shows but lacks a function that automatically records only new episodes. Bummer! This can result in storage concerns and excessive clutter in your DVR library. This blog explains different ways to record only the most recent episodes of your favorite shows on YouTube TV.

How to Record Only New Episodes on YouTube TV

However, there are a few solutions you can use:

Method 1: How to Add the Show to Your Library

  1. Open the YouTube TV app or website.
  2. After that look for the show you wish to record.
  3. Select Add > Episodes.
  4. Make sure to mark all previously aired episodes as watched.
  5. Tap the Watched icon next to each episode.
  6. You can also use the Mark All As Watched button to indicate that you have watched all of the episodes in the series.
  7. Then YouTube TV will automatically record new episodes as they are added to your library.
  8. If you add an episode that has already been broadcast, YouTube TV will not record it.

Method 2: How to Check Back for New Episodes

  1. After adding the show to your library, navigate to the Episodes tab.
  2. Then check for new episodes uploaded since the last time you visited.
  3. You can also find out about upcoming episodes by reading the show's description or visiting the YouTube TV page.
  4. If fresh episodes are available, they will be recorded automatically.
  5. If there are no new episodes, you can wait for the next one to air or delete the show from your library.

Method 3: How to Manually Manage Your Recordings on YouTube TV

  1. If you want to keep track of your recordings manually, you can remove outdated episodes from your library.
  2. This ensures that they are not recorded again.
  3. This, however, requires you to manually check for new episodes and add them to your library.
  4. You can also use a third-party screen recording application to record only the new episodes of a show.
  5. This will require some technical understanding and setup, but it is a more secure method of recording only new episodes.

Is Your YouTube TV Not Recording New Episodes?

Here are a few common reasons why new episodes may not be recorded:

  • Eligibility for Recording: Not every show can be recorded on YouTube TV. Check if the particular program you wish to record is eligible for DVR.
  • Clear Caches: Occasionally, recording problems can be fixed by cleaning the app's cache. You can find the YouTube TV app in the settings on your device, then delete its data and cache.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • How can I record only fresh episodes of YouTube TV?

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    This option is not available on YouTube TV; it records both new and old episodes. YouTube TV features an infinite DVR, so there are no capacity or storage limitations. It will indicate when something is "watched," making it simple to keep track of your progression.

  • How can you save YouTube TV episodes?

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    Navigate to YouTube TV.
    Tap the Add button next to the show, sports team, or event you want to record.
    All current and upcoming programs will be recorded and saved in your Library.
    If you add a program to your library while an episode is still playing, your recording will begin at the time you added the program.

  • How can I block Mac apps?

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    Click App u0026 Feature Restrictions, then toggle settings on or off to limit apps and functions. View the Screen Time settings for Changing App u0026 Feature Restrictions. Click Preference Restrictions, then toggle options on or off to lock certain settings. View the Screen Time options for Changing Preference Restrictions.

  • What is the duration of recordings in the YouTube TV library?

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    YouTube TV does not have a standard DVR. Instead, it has a feature called "Add to Library" that archives EVERY episode of a given show automatically. There is no limit on how many episodes you can record, but you can watch these recordings for up to nine months after their release.

  • What limitations apply to YouTube TV?

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    The Base plan has a device limit of three devices at a time. Although YouTube TV can be loaded on more than ten devices, only three of them can watch simultaneously. You can upgrade to the 4K+ subscription, which would provide you with unlimited streams on your home network if you require more than those three devices.

Wrapping Up!

YouTube TV does not record only new episodes, but it does allow you to easily manage your DVR. Add series to your library, mark watched episodes, manually search for new content, or use third-party tools to have greater control.

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