diff --git a/docs/faq/faq-streaming.md b/docs/faq/faq-streaming.md index 9c38818e3..7695b1457 100644 --- a/docs/faq/faq-streaming.md +++ b/docs/faq/faq-streaming.md @@ -6,13 +6,15 @@ order: -3 # Streaming FAQ ## How do I request my site to be put on the [index](https://theindex.moe/)? - + You can do so by go to [our Discord](https://discord.gg/snackbox) and fill in the form in the `#index` channel. ## Do I need a VPN to stream ? + No, you do not need a VPN to stream content from streaming sites, ## Where can I find X? What app has X? What's the best X? + If you're looking for a streaming site or app, check out [the index](https://theindex.moe/). If you're looking for a torrent, check Nyaa. These types of posts violate our subreddit rules and will be removed. If you still can't find the answer you're looking for, or looking for a service with some specific feature, these questions are allowed in [our Discord server](https://discord.gg/snackbox). ## Which official streaming sites are available for me? @@ -44,7 +46,7 @@ Please refer to [TheIndex](https://theindex.moe/) in the 'Application' section f You’re always taking a gamble when sideloading apps on your phone. Do your research about the app you're installing. ## Site X is dead, site Y is no longer ad-free but the index says otherwise. How do I suggest an edit? - + Same process applies, go to the `#index` channel in our [Discord](https://discord.gg/snackbox) and leave us a message. ## Why is there no OP/ED playing for a particular anime on a streaming site? @@ -59,4 +61,4 @@ Note that these "rips" are not screen captures, they're unaltered WEB-DLs. You c ## Why are the subtitles for this anime on streaming site X different from site Y or torrent Z? -It depends on which source is used by different streaming sites. The most common one is subtitles from the official stream. Fansubbers often take this as a base and improve upon it by adding effects, translating signs and making edits. Some sites may be using these fansubs as a source. For more information - [Sourcing - Fansubs.](/guides/sourcing#fansubs) +It depends on which source is used by different streaming sites. The most common one is subtitles from the official stream. Fansubbers often take this as a base and improve upon it by adding effects, translating signs and making edits. Some sites may be using these fansubs as a source. For more information - [Quality - Fansubs.](/guides/quality#fansubs) diff --git a/docs/faq/faq-torrent.md b/docs/faq/faq-torrent.md index 139da004c..e5707bde7 100644 --- a/docs/faq/faq-torrent.md +++ b/docs/faq/faq-torrent.md @@ -23,7 +23,6 @@ Check out our [detailed torrenting guide](/getting-started/torrenting/), it's ve Do your own research on the clients you use but these are generally the most widely accepted clients. Keep in mind that some clients (such as newer versions of uTorrent and BitTorrent) have been known to be bundled with crypto miners and adware. !!! - ## Is torrenting illegal? Torrenting itself isn't illegal. However, sharing and downloading copyrighted material may be illegal depending on your local laws. Copyright organizations can send takedown notices to the internet service provider (ISP) of the file transfer participants and start lawsuits against them for infringement. @@ -41,15 +40,16 @@ Torrenting itself isn't illegal. However, sharing and downloading copyrighted ma |Takes up local storage|No storage is used| ## Do I need a VPN to torrent? + If you live in a developed country, you most likely need a VPN or seedbox for torrenting and if you live in a developing country, you probably don't need to care about VPNs. Obviously this is a generalization, so make sure to do further research on the topic. ## Where can I find anime torrents? -- [Nyaa](https://nyaa.si) +* [Nyaa](https://nyaa.si) -- [AniDex](https://anidex.info/) +* [AniDex](https://anidex.info/) -- [TokyoTosho](https://www.tokyotosho.info/?cat=1) +* [TokyoTosho](https://www.tokyotosho.info/?cat=1) ## What group should I get releases from? @@ -57,22 +57,21 @@ P2P groups `SubsPlease` and `Erai-raws` and scene groups `SUGOI` and `SENPAI` up However, they're not the best source for older anime or anime that has been released to Blu-ray. For the absolute best video quality or the best fansubs, try searching for the releases mentioned in: -- [SeaSmoke's Anime Index](https://releases.moe) +* [SeaSmoke's Anime Index](https://releases.moe) - -- [A Certain Fansubber's Index](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1PJYwhjzLNPXV2X1np-S4rdZE4fb7pxp-QbHY1O0jH6Q/htmlview) +* [A Certain Fansubber's Index](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1PJYwhjzLNPXV2X1np-S4rdZE4fb7pxp-QbHY1O0jH6Q/htmlview) Check out the [sourcing guide](/guides/sourcing) for more detailed information on finding the best release for any particular anime. ## How large should a typical high quality 1080p anime episode be? -For airing anime ripped from official streams, the size is always 1.3-1.4 GB. Mini encodes or the versions on streaming sites are encoded from this and are in the range of 200-400 MB. None of those can be called "high quality". A good encode using the blu-ray as a source is usually between 1 and 2 GB, and as high as 4-5 GB where it's needed. +For airing anime ripped from official streams, the size is always 1.3-1.4 GB. Mini encodes or the versions on streaming sites are encoded from this and are in the range of 200-400 MB. None of those can be called "high quality". A good encode using the blu-ray as a source is usually between 1 and 2 GB, and as high as 4-5 GB where it's needed. -Size can be used to judge web sources, but it's not the best measure of quality for BDRips. Even though the raw BDMV is larger, a good encode will give you the better experience. Check out [Sourcing - Quality](/guides/sourcing#quality) for more. +Size can be used to judge web sources, but it's not the best measure of quality for BDRips. Even though the raw BDMV is larger, a good encode will give you the better experience. Check out [Guides - Quality](/guides/quality/) for more. ## What does it mean for a torrent to be "stalled"? -The files you download from torrents are downloaded from [**seeders**](/getting-started/torrenting/), who have already finished downloading the files and are uploading to leechers/peers, who may also upload to each other. In case there aren't enough seeders, or if you are unable to [connect](/getting-started/torrenting/#port-forwarding) to a seeder, you will be unable to download 100% of a torrent. +The files you download from torrents are downloaded from [**seeders**](/getting-started/torrenting/), who have already finished downloading the files and are uploading to leechers/peers, who may also upload to each other. In case there aren't enough seeders, or if you are unable to [connect](/getting-started/torrenting/#port-forwarding) to a seeder, you will be unable to download 100% of a torrent. This may also be because the initial seeder (the uploader) hasn't uploaded the entirety of the file to the **swarm** yet. Usually, you can wait and you should eventually connect to a seeder, but in case there are no seeders, you can ask someone who has the file to re-seed it so that you can download it. You can also try **reannouncing** to the [tracker](/resources/glossary/) (manually requesting the tracker for a refresh on peers and seeders) to try and get more seeders. @@ -95,6 +94,7 @@ For those low on data or storage, HEVC mini encodes on Nyaa are the best option. ## What do the things in brackets mean at the end of a torrent? Example filenames: + ``` [Group] Anime Name - S01E01 - (BD 1080p HEVC 10-bit FLAC) [Dual Audio] [CRC32].mkv Anime Name - S01E01 - (BD 1080p HEVC FLAC) [Dual Audio] [Group].mkv @@ -119,4 +119,4 @@ Anime.Name.S01E01.1080p.BluRay.Opus2.0.x264-Hi10p-Group.mkv | Dual Audio | Has two audio tracks. Typically English and Japanese | | [F0EAA72E] | Random string at the end of the filename is typically CRC32. | -For more details, check out the sourcing guide - [basics](/guides/sourcing#basics) and [CRC32.](/guides/sourcing#crc32) +For more details, check out the sourcing guide - [Torrenting](/getting-started/torrenting/) and [CRC32.](/advanced/release-standards#crc) diff --git a/docs/getting-started/anime.md b/docs/getting-started/anime.md index d64fb90d6..716241b09 100644 --- a/docs/getting-started/anime.md +++ b/docs/getting-started/anime.md @@ -19,7 +19,7 @@ Streaming sites are generally preferred by most anime watchers as they require n However, some sites will heavily compress video/audio and may have ads. *We suggest using a reliable content blocker, such as [uBlock Origin](https://ublockorigin.com). Additionally, you may want to consider torrenting if you care about quality.* -Aiming for compatibility, they are also unable to use efficient codecs like x265. *If data limits are a concern, torrenting x265 mini encodes may be a better option. See the [quality comparisons between mini encodes and popular streaming sites](/guides/quality/#quality-comparisons).* +Aiming for compatibility, they are also unable to use efficient codecs like x265. *If data limits are a concern, torrenting x265 mini encodes may be a better option. See the [quality comparisons between mini encodes and popular streaming sites](/guides/quality#quality-comparisons).* Official streams have better quality but are also typically larger (~1.3GB per episode for 1080p). *They can be obtained by torrenting from groups like SubsPlease, who rip untouched streams.* @@ -29,7 +29,7 @@ Official streams have better quality but are also typically larger (~1.3GB per e Torrenting, while can sometimes require more setup, allows for more flexibility and accessibility for watching your shows. -Unlike streaming sites, torrents provide access to better releases, such as [BDs for older shows](/guides/quality/#bd-vs-web) and greater video quality. *Some shows will also have fansubs, which may be preferred over official subtitles.* +Unlike streaming sites, torrents provide access to better releases, such as [BDs for older shows](/guides/quality#bd-vs-web) and greater video quality. *Some shows will also have fansubs, which may be preferred over official subtitles.* Torrenting requires the use of a torrent client, such as [qBittorrent](/tutorials/qbittorrent). Shows are shared in the form of .torrent files or magnet links, which can be found on trackers such as [Nyaa](https://nyaa.si). These are used by your torrent client to know what to download. *Download speeds are dependent on the number of seeds available and connection quality.* diff --git a/docs/getting-started/torrenting.md b/docs/getting-started/torrenting.md index 7d2e2727f..19a787263 100644 --- a/docs/getting-started/torrenting.md +++ b/docs/getting-started/torrenting.md @@ -31,10 +31,10 @@ Term | Definition For most people, [streaming services](/sourcing/streaming) are more convenient to use. However, torrenting is fairly simple and allows for better flexibility. Some reasons to use torrents are: - Broad range of qualities and sizes -- [Significantly better quality](/guides/quality/#quality-comparisons) compared to streaming sites +- [Significantly better quality](/guides/quality#quality-comparisons) compared to streaming sites - Better and faster availability -- Better subtitles/[fansubs](/guides/quality/#fansubs) and styling options -- Access to a larger variety of titles and [Blu-ray releases](/guides/quality/#blu-ray-vs-web) +- Better subtitles/[fansubs](/guides/quality#fansubs) and styling options +- Access to a larger variety of titles and [Blu-ray releases](/guides/quality#blu-ray-vs-web) - Downloaded files for rewatching with no additional data usage !!!warning diff --git a/docs/guides/htpc.md b/docs/guides/htpc.md index 8cb020010..a9517c9a8 100644 --- a/docs/guides/htpc.md +++ b/docs/guides/htpc.md @@ -181,7 +181,7 @@ target-peak=700 ## If you have an HDR display, adjust this to the 10% peak #### Scripts -Most modern TVs are not capable of using [adaptive sync](/guides/playback/#adaptive-sync), causing [judder](/guides/playback/#explaining-judder) and negatively impacting your viewing experience. +Most modern TVs are not capable of using [adaptive sync](/guides/playback/#adaptive-sync), causing [judder](/guides/playback#explaining-judder) and negatively impacting your viewing experience. To resolve this, we suggest using [change-refresh](https://github.com/CogentRedTester/mpv-changerefresh), a script that automatically sets the TV's refresh rate to match the current video and prevent judder.