Local Library Management¶
Manage your downloaded anime collection with Weeb CLI's local library features.
Overview¶
The local library allows you to: - Index downloaded anime - Browse offline content - Sync with trackers - Manage external drives
Scanning Library¶
Auto-Scan¶
Weeb CLI automatically scans your download directory:
- Main Menu → Library
- Select "Scan Library"
- Wait for scan to complete
Scan Results¶
Shows: - Detected anime titles - Episode counts - Source location - Tracker match status
File Format¶
For best results, use this format:
Supported patterns:
- Anime Name - S1E1.mp4
- Anime Name - 01.mp4
- Anime Name - Episode 1.mp4
- [Group] Anime Name - 01.mp4
External Drives¶
Adding Drives¶
Add USB drives or external HDDs:
- Settings → External Drives
- Select "Add Drive"
- Enter drive path
- Give it a name
Scanning Drives¶
- Library → External Drives
- Select drive
- Choose "Scan Drive"
Drive Management¶
- View all registered drives
- Remove drives
- Rename drives
- Scan individual drives
Virtual Library¶
What is Virtual Library?¶
Bookmark online anime for quick access: - No download required - Quick access to favorites - Organized collection
Adding to Virtual Library¶
- Search for anime
- View details
- Select "Add to Library"
Accessing Virtual Library¶
- Main Menu → Library
- Select "Virtual Library"
- Browse bookmarked anime
Browsing Library¶
Local Anime¶
View downloaded anime: - Sorted by title - Shows episode count - Indicates completion status
Playing from Library¶
- Select anime
- Choose episode
- Plays in MPV
Library Statistics¶
View stats: - Total anime count - Total episodes - Total storage used - Most watched
Tracker Sync¶
Auto-Sync¶
When scanning library: - Matches anime with tracker database - Syncs watch progress - Updates completion status
Manual Sync¶
Force sync: 1. Library → Settings 2. Select "Sync with Trackers"
Match Accuracy¶
Improve matching: - Use standard file naming - Include season numbers - Use full anime titles
Library Organization¶
Folder Structure¶
Recommended structure:
downloads/
├── Anime 1/
│ ├── S1E1.mp4
│ ├── S1E2.mp4
│ └── ...
├── Anime 2/
│ ├── S1E1.mp4
│ └── ...
Cleaning Up¶
Remove anime from index: 1. Library → Manage 2. Select anime 3. Choose "Remove from Index"
Note: This only removes from index, not files.
Advanced Features¶
Multi-Source Library¶
Combine anime from: - Download directory - External drives - Network shares (if mounted)
Search Library¶
Quick search in library: 1. Library menu 2. Type to search 3. Filters results in real-time
Export Library¶
Export library list: 1. Library → Export 2. Choose format (JSON/CSV) 3. Save to file
Troubleshooting¶
Anime Not Detected¶
- Check file naming format
- Ensure files are in download directory
- Re-scan library
- Check file extensions (.mp4, .mkv)
Wrong Episode Count¶
- Verify file naming
- Check for duplicate files
- Re-scan library
Tracker Not Matching¶
- Use exact anime title
- Include year in folder name
- Manual match in tracker settings
External Drive Not Found¶
- Verify drive is mounted
- Check path is correct
- Re-add drive in settings
Best Practices¶
- Use consistent file naming
- Organize by anime folders
- Include season numbers
- Scan after downloads complete
- Backup library database regularly
Next Steps¶
- Tracker Integration: Sync with online trackers
- Download Guide: Download more anime
- Configuration: Library settings