Add Search Option for Local Private Playlists in LibreTube

[akashsriramganapathy]

Describe your suggested feature

LibreTube currently lacks a search function for playlists, as it requires full playlist links and metadata to perform searches. This feature request proposes adding the ability to search within local private playlists, which are not listed as public playlists.

The search functionality would use locally stored metadata within the Android/data directory, ensuring privacy without requiring additional storage permissions and remaining aligned with LibreTube’s strict privacy standards.

Feature Details:

1. Local Private Playlist Search:

   • Add a search option for local private playlists to allow users to filter and organize personal playlists directly within the app.

2. Local Metadata Storage:

   • Store playlist metadata locally within the app’s directory (Android/data), allowing secure searches without changing current storage permission protocols.

Other details

Adding this feature would enable LibreTube users to manage and navigate their playlists more efficiently while maintaining privacy compliance.

Acknowledgements

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[Bnyro]

I'm personally not convinced that such a feature is in scope of the project, thus converting to a discussion.