How to Watch YouTube Videos on Your iPod

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Download the latest free version of RealPlayer.

   This can be found here. , As you run the install, you must agree to the usage terms and decide whether or not to include a weather toolbar with your installation.
   
   Close your web browser.
   
   Toward the end of the installation, the installer will ask you to close your web browser in order to properly install RealPlayer’s One-Click Video Download function.
   
   Since you will need this in the ensuing steps, be sure to close your browser when prompted. ,, This will be located above the upper right-hand corner of the video and pops up whenever the cursor moves over the video. , This will allow you to change the file to an iPod-ready format.
   
   This will open a Converter dialog box, Note that this may already be the default device.
   
   If you understand the advanced settings, you can customize them by clicking on the drop-down list to get to Select a Device, choosing Apple iPod, and clicking on Details; otherwise, stick with the default settings. , You can use the same location where the unconverted file was saved or My Music (where your iTunes songs are stored), or browse for an alternative location. , If prompted, leave “Add converted files to my iTunes library” checked and click OK. ,,,,, This will sync it to your iPod. , Your video should now be under the Video area of your iPod.
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   Step 2: Double-click the downloaded file to install.

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   Step 3: Reopen your browser and find the desired YouTube video.

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   Step 4: Move your cursor over the video and click the Download This Video button.

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   Step 5: When the download is complete

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   Step 6: move your cursor over the file in the downloader and click the Convert button.

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   Step 7: Select Apple iPod from the drop-down list of devices.

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   Step 8: Select a directory in which to save the converted file.

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   Step 9: Click Start to convert.

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    Step 10: Open iTunes and plug in your iPod.

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    Step 11: Choose your iPod from the Devices heading in the left-hand column and select the Summary tab.

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    Step 12: Check the box next to “Manually manage music and videos” and hit Apply.

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    Step 13: In the left-hand column

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    Step 14: go to Library > Videos.

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    Step 15: Select the downloaded video and drag it to the iPod icon.

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    Step 16: When you’re done

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    Step 17: hit the Eject button next to the image of your iPod and disconnect.

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