# SmartTube ## Docs - [Introduction](https://mintlify.wiki/yuliskov/SmartTube/introduction.md): Welcome to SmartTube - a free and open-source advanced media player for Android TVs - [Installation](https://mintlify.wiki/yuliskov/SmartTube/installation.md): Step-by-step guide to install SmartTube on your Android TV device - [Device Compatibility](https://mintlify.wiki/yuliskov/SmartTube/device-compatibility.md): Check if your device is compatible with SmartTube - [Quick Start](https://mintlify.wiki/yuliskov/SmartTube/quick-start.md): Get up and running with SmartTube in minutes - [Core Features Overview](https://mintlify.wiki/yuliskov/SmartTube/features/overview.md): Discover the powerful features that make SmartTube the best YouTube client for Android TV - [Ad Blocking](https://mintlify.wiki/yuliskov/SmartTube/features/ad-blocking.md): Experience truly ad-free YouTube on your Android TV with SmartTube's built-in ad blocking - [SponsorBlock Integration](https://mintlify.wiki/yuliskov/SmartTube/features/sponsorblock.md): Automatically skip sponsored segments, intros, outros, and more with community-powered SponsorBlock - [Advanced Playback Features](https://mintlify.wiki/yuliskov/SmartTube/features/playback.md): Experience high-quality playback with adjustable speed, 8K support, 60fps, HDR, and modern video codecs - [Casting to Your TV](https://mintlify.wiki/yuliskov/SmartTube/features/casting.md): Cast videos from your phone or other devices to SmartTube using TV code pairing - [Picture-in-Picture (PiP)](https://mintlify.wiki/yuliskov/SmartTube/features/picture-in-picture.md): Watch videos in a floating window while using other apps on your Android TV - [Video Codecs](https://mintlify.wiki/yuliskov/SmartTube/configuration/video-codecs.md): Understanding video codecs in SmartTube - AV1, VP9, and AVC codec comparison, hardware support, and which codec to choose for your device - [Video Quality Settings](https://mintlify.wiki/yuliskov/SmartTube/configuration/video-quality.md): Configure default video quality, resolution presets, and bandwidth settings in SmartTube for optimal playback experience - [HDR Configuration](https://mintlify.wiki/yuliskov/SmartTube/configuration/hdr.md): HDR support requirements, compatible formats, troubleshooting washed-out HDR, and device-specific limitations in SmartTube - [Settings Overview](https://mintlify.wiki/yuliskov/SmartTube/configuration/settings.md): Comprehensive guide to SmartTube settings including buffer configuration, background playback, UI customization, and theme options - [Remote Control & Casting](https://mintlify.wiki/yuliskov/SmartTube/configuration/remote-control.md): Set up remote control pairing, TV code linking for casting from mobile devices, and customize remote control buttons in SmartTube - [Voice Search Setup](https://mintlify.wiki/yuliskov/SmartTube/configuration/voice-search.md): Enable global voice search in SmartTube by installing bridge apps for Fire TV, Chromecast with Google TV, and other Android devices - [Updating SmartTube](https://mintlify.wiki/yuliskov/SmartTube/guides/updating.md): Learn how to update SmartTube using the built-in updater and troubleshoot update issues - [Troubleshooting](https://mintlify.wiki/yuliskov/SmartTube/guides/troubleshooting.md): Solutions to common SmartTube issues including playback errors, buffering, and installation problems - [Device-Specific Setup](https://mintlify.wiki/yuliskov/SmartTube/guides/device-specific.md): Special installation steps and notes for specific Android TV devices including Chromecast, Fire TV, NVIDIA Shield, and Xiaomi - [Frequently Asked Questions](https://mintlify.wiki/yuliskov/SmartTube/guides/faq.md): Comprehensive FAQ covering common questions about SmartTube features, installation, video playback, and troubleshooting - [Support & Community](https://mintlify.wiki/yuliskov/SmartTube/community/support.md): Get help, report issues, and connect with the SmartTube community - [Contributing to SmartTube](https://mintlify.wiki/yuliskov/SmartTube/community/contributing.md): Help improve SmartTube through translations, bug reports, testing, and code contributions - [Building from Source](https://mintlify.wiki/yuliskov/SmartTube/community/building.md): Build and develop SmartTube from source code - [Support the Developer](https://mintlify.wiki/yuliskov/SmartTube/community/donation.md): Help support SmartTube development through donations