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Karellen: Updated for v20

2023-01-29T08:33:04Z

Updated for v20

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	*Music for the Music Library.		*Music for the Music Library.

	To use the numerous features that are only possible with a correctly setup library, ~~then~~ your video and/or music collections need to be added to the library to correctly function.		To use the numerous features that are only possible with a correctly setup library, your video and/or music collections need to be added to the library to correctly function.

	{{Kodi}} consists of two libraries - Music and Video. The following guides have been created to guide you through the setup process of both.		{{Kodi}} consists of two libraries - Music and Video. The following guides have been created to guide you through the setup process of both.
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	= ~~Adding~~ Games =		= Games =
	{{main\|Games}}		{{main\|Games}}
	Note! Games support ~~are~~ not available before Kodi v18 Leia! The Games option allows you to add stand-alone games and games running in emulators which can be launched from Kodi.		Note! Games support is not available before Kodi v18 Leia! The Games option allows you to add stand-alone games and games running in emulators which can be launched from Kodi.

	Games does not yet use any library functions and is simply a file browser. ~~New in Kodi v18 Leia is also many an input manager with~~ many game controller settings for configuring gamepads, joysticks, keyboards, and mouses, for use inside those games/emulators that are running natively inside Kodi's runtime.		Games does not yet use any library functions and is simply a file browser. {{kodi}} has support for many game controller settings for configuring gamepads, joysticks, keyboards, and mouses, for use inside those games/emulators that are running natively inside Kodi's runtime.


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	[[Category:FAQ]]		[[Category:FAQ]]
	[[Category:Karellen]]		[[Category:Karellen]]
	~~[[Category:Video library]]~~
	~~[[Category:Music library]]~~

Uixtung: /* Introduction */

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Introduction

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	= Introduction =		= Introduction =
	Hello and welcome to {{Kodi}}!!		Hello and welcome to {{Kodi}}!

	{{Kodi}} is an open source media centre '''software''' that can play a wide variety of ~~Music~~ and ~~Video~~ formats in addition to viewing '''[[PVR\|Live TV]]''' and using add-ons (plugins) to further enhance your {{kodi}}. The software can be installed on a variety of platforms as detailed on the '''''[[First time user]]''''' wiki page.		{{Kodi}} is an [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Open-source_software open source] media centre '''software''' that can play a wide variety of music and video formats in addition to viewing '''[[PVR\|Live TV]]''' and using add-ons (plugins) to further enhance your {{kodi}}. The software can be installed on a variety of platforms as detailed on the '''''[[First time user]]''''' wiki page.

	{{Kodi}} is designed with the '''''[[w:Home cinema\|Home Theater]]''''' in mind using a '''''[[w:10-foot_user_interface\|10-foot user interface]]''''' rather than on a small monitor while you sit at your desk. Because everything is designed with the home theater experience in mind, the best way to interact with {{Kodi}} is with a remote control or keyboard, rather than with a mouse. If it helps, think of {{Kodi}} as the ultimate DVD-player/set-top-box. Be aware that mouse functionality is limited.		{{Kodi}} is designed with the '''''[[w:Home cinema\|Home Theater]]''''' in mind using a '''''[[w:10-foot_user_interface\|10-foot user interface]]''''' rather than on a small monitor while you sit at your desk. Because everything is designed with the home theater experience in mind, the best way to interact with {{Kodi}} is with a remote control or keyboard, rather than with a mouse. If it helps, think of {{Kodi}} as the ultimate DVD-player/set-top-box. Be aware that mouse functionality is limited.
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	''{{red\|{{Kodi}} does not sell hardware, nor are we affiliated or promote any of the so called "{{kodi}} boxes" that are advertised for sale. We strongly urge you not to purchase these devices as they are normally pre-installed with add-ons used for piracy and copyright infringement, and some have been known to contain malware. The [https://forum.kodi.tv/ {{kodi}} forum] does not provide support for these types of devices.}}''		''{{red\|{{Kodi}} does not sell hardware, nor are we affiliated or promote any of the so called "{{kodi}} boxes" that are advertised for sale. We strongly urge you not to purchase these devices as they are normally pre-installed with add-ons used for piracy and copyright infringement, and some have been known to contain malware. The [https://forum.kodi.tv/ {{kodi}} forum] does not provide support for these types of devices.}}''



	= Basic Controls =		= Basic Controls =

Karellen: Updated for v19

2021-07-20T03:08:42Z

Updated for v19

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Rsocol: fixed grammar

2021-02-07T19:11:28Z

fixed grammar

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	= Adding Games =		= Adding Games =
	{{main\|Games}}		{{main\|Games}}
	Note! Games support are not available before Kodi v18 Leia! The Games option allows you to add stand-alone games and games running in emulators which can be ~~launch~~ from Kodi.		Note! Games support are not available before Kodi v18 Leia! The Games option allows you to add stand-alone games and games running in emulators which can be launched from Kodi.

	Games does not yet use any library functions and is simply a file browser. New in Kodi v18 Leia is also many an input manager with many game controller settings for configuring gamepads, joysticks, keyboards, and mouses, for use inside those games/emulators that are running natively inside Kodi's runtime.		Games does not yet use any library functions and is simply a file browser. New in Kodi v18 Leia is also many an input manager with many game controller settings for configuring gamepads, joysticks, keyboards, and mouses, for use inside those games/emulators that are running natively inside Kodi's runtime.
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	{{Main\|HOW-TO:Change_skins}}		{{Main\|HOW-TO:Change_skins}}

	Most other media players come with a single type of menu interface. Picture your ~~dvd~~ player or your set top box with it's basic menu system. {{Kodi}} has the ability to change its user interface (skin) to something that suits your taste. There are over 40 skins to choose from, each with their own attractions and features. Feel free to explore...		Most other media players come with a single type of menu interface. Picture your DVD player or your set top box with it's basic menu system. {{Kodi}} has the ability to change its user interface (skin) to something that suits your taste. There are over 40 skins to choose from, each with their own attractions and features. Feel free to explore...

	To get new skins, go to: {{highlight\|Settings → Interface settings → Skin → Skin - Estuary\|bordered=yes}}		To get new skins, go to: {{highlight\|Settings → Interface settings → Skin → Skin - Estuary\|bordered=yes}}

Karellen at 20:09, 7 December 2020

2020-12-07T20:09:30Z

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	{{Kodi}} is an award winning, open source, media centre '''software''' that can play a wide variety of Music and Video formats in addition to viewing Live TV and using add-ons to further enhance your {{kodi}}. The software can be installed on a variety of platforms as detailed on the '''''[[First time user]]''''' wiki page.		{{Kodi}} is an award winning, open source, media centre '''software''' that can play a wide variety of Music and Video formats in addition to viewing Live TV and using add-ons to further enhance your {{kodi}}. The software can be installed on a variety of platforms as detailed on the '''''[[First time user]]''''' wiki page.

	{{Kodi}} is designed with the '''''[[w:Home cinema\|Home Theater]]''''' in mind using a '''''[[10-foot user ~~interface\|10 ft~~ interface]]''''' rather than on a small monitor while you sit at your desk. Because everything is designed with the home theater experience in mind, the best way to interact with {{Kodi}} is with a remote control, rather than a computer mouse. If it helps, think of {{Kodi}} as the ultimate DVD-player/set-top-box. Be aware that mouse functionality is limited.		{{Kodi}} is designed with the '''''[[w:Home cinema\|Home Theater]]''''' in mind using a '''''[[w:10-foot_user_interface\|10-foot user interface]]''''' rather than on a small monitor while you sit at your desk. Because everything is designed with the home theater experience in mind, the best way to interact with {{Kodi}} is with a remote control, rather than a computer mouse. If it helps, think of {{Kodi}} as the ultimate DVD-player/set-top-box. Be aware that mouse functionality is limited.

Karellen at 02:29, 24 August 2020

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	= Wiki =		= Wiki =
	The wiki (where you are now) holds a wealth of information. For both the new and intermediate user, the second row '''Kodi Menu''' on the wiki '''''[[~~Main page~~]]''''' is all that you will require. That particular row holds the information for the menu items as seen in {{kodi}}. If you are not sure what a particular function does in {{kodi}}, then choose the appropriate item in that row.		The wiki (where you are now) holds a wealth of information. For both the new and intermediate user, the second row '''Kodi Menu''' on the wiki '''''[[Main_Page]]''''' is all that you will require. That particular row holds the information for the menu items as seen in {{kodi}}. If you are not sure what a particular function does in {{kodi}}, then choose the appropriate item in that row.

	All the links on this page are accessible from the '''''[[Main_Page\|Main Page]]''''' of the wiki.		All the links on this page are accessible from the '''''[[Main_Page\|Main Page]]''''' of the wiki.
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	[[Category:Video library]]		[[Category:Video library]]
	[[Category:Music library]]		[[Category:Music library]]
	~~[[Category:Advanced topics]]~~
	[[Category:First time user]]		[[Category:First time user]]
	[[Category:Quick Start Guide]]		[[Category:Quick Start Guide]]

Karellen: Reverted edits by RobbieGibson (talk) to last revision by Karellen

2020-08-21T01:49:33Z

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RobbieGibson: Re-added 'intro' section

2020-07-30T13:59:26Z

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	We recommend that you follow these guides to set up and personalize your {{Kodi}} installation so that it works as intended. This wiki has many detailed guides, useful for both new and experienced users. The '''Kodi Menu''' on the wiki '''[[Main page]]''' explains in detail how to use each {{Kodi}} module.		<section begin="intro" />We recommend that you follow these guides to set up and personalize your {{Kodi}} installation so that it works as intended. This wiki has many detailed guides, useful for both new and experienced users.<section end="intro" /> The '''Kodi Menu''' on the wiki '''[[Main page]]''' explains in detail how to use each {{Kodi}} module.

	First, download and install the {{Kodi}} software. There are installation guides for [[first time user]]s for all supported operating systems.		First, download and install the {{Kodi}} software. There are installation guides for [[first time user]]s for all supported operating systems.

RobbieGibson: minor edits

2020-07-30T08:50:27Z

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	= Welcome to Kodi =		Welcome to Kodi.


			{{Kodi}} is an award-winning, open-source software media centre that supports various audio and video formats, plays Live TV, and can be enhanced with powerful add-ons.

	{{Kodi}} is award-winning, open-source media centre ~~software~~ that supports various audio and video formats, plays Live TV, and can be enhanced with powerful add-ons~~. Guides for installing {{Kodi}} on several different operating systems are available on the [[first time user]] wiki page~~.

	{{Kodi}} is designed to be the center of a [[w:Home cinema\|home theater]] with a [[10-foot user interface\|10-foot interface]], not to be used on a small monitor at your desk. Because everything is designed with the home theater experience in mind, {{Kodi}} is optimized for use with a remote control, rather than a keyboard and mouse.		{{Kodi}} is designed to be the center of a [[w:Home cinema\|home theater]] with a [[10-foot user interface\|10-foot interface]], not to be used on a small monitor at your desk. Because everything is designed with the home theater experience in mind, {{Kodi}} is optimized for use with a remote control, rather than a keyboard and mouse.
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	We recommend you follow these guides to set up and personalize your {{Kodi}} installation ~~to ensure~~ that it works as intended. This wiki has many ~~details~~ guides, useful for both new and experienced users. The '''Kodi Menu''' on the wiki [[Main page]] explains in detail how to use each {{Kodi}} module.		We recommend that you follow these guides to set up and personalize your {{Kodi}} installation so that it works as intended. This wiki has many detailed guides, useful for both new and experienced users. The '''Kodi Menu''' on the wiki '''[[Main page]]''' explains in detail how to use each {{Kodi}} module.

	First, download and install the {{Kodi}} software. There are installation guides for [[first time user]]s for all supported operating systems.		First, download and install the {{Kodi}} software. There are installation guides for [[first time user]]s for all supported operating systems.

	~~{{red\|Do not follow YouTube guides for {{~~Kodi~~}} that encourage piracy and~~ copyright infringement~~. There is no support for that here at {{Kodi}}.}}''~~		= Kodi opposes copyright infringement =

	{{red\|~~{{Kodi}} does~~ not ~~sell hardware, nor are we affiliated with, or promotors of, any of the so-called ‘{{~~Kodi~~}} boxes’~~ that ~~are advertised for sale. We strongly urge you not to purchase these devices as they often come pre-installed with add-ons used for~~ piracy and copyright infringement~~, and some have been known to contain malware. The [https://forum.kodi.tv/ {{Kodi}} forum] does not provide support for these types of devices~~.}}		{{red\|Do not use online guides to setting up Kodi that encourage piracy and copyright infringement.}}

			{{Kodi}} does not sell hardware, nor are we affiliated with, or promotors of, any of the so-called ‘{{Kodi}} boxes’ that are advertised for sale. {{red\|Do not purchase these devices.}} They often come pre-installed with add-ons used for piracy and copyright infringement, and some have been known to contain malware. The [https://forum.kodi.tv/ {{Kodi}} forum] does not provide support for these devices.

	= The Kodi interface =		= The Kodi interface =
	Read [[Basic_controls\|~~this page~~]] to familiarize yourself with {{Kodi}}~~’s menu system and interface~~.		Read about Kodi's [[Basic_controls\|controls and interface]] to familiarize yourself with {{Kodi}}.

	= Using libraries =		= Using libraries =
	{{Kodi}} is capable of deep engagement with media metadata by adding media files to audio or video libraries. You can sort movies by director, search for ~~everything starring~~ a particular actor, or zip through the album covers in your music collection to choose a soundtrack for your evening.		{{Kodi}} is capable of deep engagement with media metadata by adding media files to audio or video libraries. You can sort movies by director, search for all videos featuring a particular actor, or zip through the album covers in your music collection to choose a soundtrack for your evening.

	{{Kodi}}’s libraries are accessible from the Main Menu, where you can select from Music, Movies, TV Shows or Music Videos.		{{Kodi}}’s libraries are accessible from the Main Menu, where you can select from Music, Movies, TV Shows or Music Videos.
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	= Adding pictures =		= Adding pictures =
	{{main\|Pictures}}		{{main\|Pictures}}
	The Pictures module allows you to add a photo or picture collection to {{Kodi}}. Pictures do not yet have library functions. If you ~~set up~~ video or music files ~~sources~~, you will be familiar with ~~setting up~~ a source for pictures.		The Pictures module allows you to add a photo or picture collection to {{Kodi}}. Pictures do not yet have library functions. If you have added video or music files, you will be familiar with adding a source for pictures.

	= Adding games =		= Adding games =

RobbieGibson: clean up

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	\| link name 1 = Creating, modifying and re-building your video library		\| link name 1 = Creating, modifying and re-building your video library
	\| link 1 = HOW-TO:Create_Video_Library		\| link 1 = HOW-TO:Create_Video_Library
	\| link 2 = :HOW-TO:Create_Music_Library		\| link 2 = HOW-TO:Create_Music_Library
	\| link name 1 = Creating, modifying and re-building your music library		\| link name 2 = Creating, modifying and re-building your music library
	\| image 2 = Nuvola apps kscd.png		\| image 2 = Nuvola apps kscd.png
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	= Changing ~~Skins~~ =		= Changing skins=
	{{Main\|HOW-TO:~~Change_skins~~}}		{{Main\|HOW-TO:Change skins}}

	{{Kodi}} comes with over forty different cosmetic skins. For a list of installed skins and to download more, go to: {{highlight\|Settings → Interface settings → Skin → Skin - Estuary\|bordered=yes}}		{{Kodi}} comes with over forty different cosmetic skins. For a list of installed skins and to download more, go to: {{highlight\|Settings → Interface settings → Skin → Skin - Estuary\|bordered=yes}}