Open onchov opened 2 months ago
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2 months ago In certain scenarios (100% that I deal with) the unshortened URL is needed for sharing
Could you provide the reasoning for this.
I'd advise against changes based on such subjective arguments as "more visually pleasing"
This has only been implemented because YT does the same in link sharing
onchov
commented
2 months ago In certain scenarios (100% that I deal with) the unshortened URL is needed for sharing
Could you provide the reasoning for this.
Certain forums only display YT videos when the link in unshortened format is provided. I won't give examples for privacy reasons but the one I have in mind runs on vBulletin engine.
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Problem Description
Share button only enables to copy the shortened video URL (https://youtu.be/[video_id]).
Proposed Solution
Add a setting where the user can choose between the shortened URL and the unshortened URL (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=[video_id]) for copying.
Alternatives Considered
Option 1: Split the "Copy Link" button into two so both shortened and unshortened URL copy is covered. (The symmetry and possibly legibility of the UI will be affected). Option 2: Enable right-click copying of the "Open Link" button. (Rather unintuitive).
Issue Labels
improvement to existing feature, new optional setting
Additional Information
In certain scenarios (100% that I deal with) the unshortened URL is needed for sharing, and atm the easiest way for me to get it from FreeTube is to copy the Invidious link and replace the Invidious domain with www.youtube.com. I saw #639 and while I appreciate the FT team's responsiveness, I'd advise against changes based on such subjective arguments as "more visually pleasing". If in doubt, try to give the user a choice? Thank you for maintaining the great app that FT is!