MacroTube 0.8 Beta: YouTube, Dailymotion, and more in Media Center

Written by JeremyC on November 13th, 2010. Posted in Media Center, Plugins

If you’re looking for a way to view YouTube videos from within Media Center then you might like to give this plug-in a go.

It’s fresh off the compiler, so any feedback (epecially constuctive criticism) is very welcome.

The functionality is pretty straight forward, so I’m hoping instructions won’t be necessary.


Download the 32-bit version here.
Download the 64-bit version here.

A kind user suggested I include a donate button, so please find one above.

Version 0.8.2

  • Revamped search function which remembers previous searches, uses Google search suggestions, and uses the built-in on-screen keyboard
  • The ability to add and remove providers from within the program (the manage providers link on the providers page)
  • Categories now wrap when navigating past the first/last item
  • Fixed the problem with multiple searches causing issues, and added the ability to configure how many previous searches will remain visible
  • Added some new automatic update functionality to notify users when a new version is available
  • Numerous minor cosmetic changes and tweaks

Version 0.8.1

  • Changed the functioning of the OK remote control button on extenders and remote controls that simulate keyboard input to allow the search function to work correctly
  • No longer attempts to search for blank search criteria
  • Installs to Media Center start menu
  • Added an option in the Appearance section of Settings to add/remove from Media Center start menu
  • Hides the search option if searching is not available for a provider (e.g. the “SearchUrl” attribute is blank or missing).
  • Minor cosmetic changes