YouTube Search Export

The YouTube Search Export automation allows you to extract video details such as titles, descriptions, upload dates, view counts, and more from YouTube search results. This tool is ideal for marketers, researchers, and growth hackers looking to analyze trends, build datasets, or conduct competitor research. You can export the data to Google Sheets or CSV for seamless tracking and organization. Follow this guide to set up and run the automation.

Step 1: Log in to the TexAu App and Locate the Automation

Log in to your TexAu account at v2-prod.texau.com. Navigate to the Automation Store and search for YouTube Search Export. Click on the automation to open its configuration screen.

Step 2: Connect Your TexAu Account

To enable the automation, ensure your TexAu account is connected. Click Add Account and select one of the following methods:

1. Magic Link: Receive a secure link via email for a seamless login experience.
2. Browser Extension: Use TexAu's built-in extension for direct and straightforward connectivity.

Tip: Use Magic Link for faster and more secure access.

Step 3: Select Your Input Source

Define the search terms or keywords for which you want to export YouTube search results. TexAu provides three input options:

1. Manually Enter a Single Input: Enter a single search term directly into the input field, such as “tech reviews 2024.”
2. Google Sheets: Use a Google Sheet with multiple search terms, each in a separate row. Paste the sheet link or connect your Google account to grant access.
3. CSV File: Upload a CSV file containing search terms in a column for bulk processing.

Tip: Use Google Sheets or CSV for efficiently managing multiple search queries.

Step 4: Schedule the Automation (Optional)

To run the export at specific times, configure the Schedule settings:

• None: Run the automation immediately.
• At Regular Intervals: Set to repeat every few hours or daily.
• Once: Specify a one-time run at a particular date and time.
• Every Day: Automate scraping daily at a chosen time.
• On Specific Days of the Week: Choose specific days such as Monday or Friday.
• On Specific Days of the Month: Select specific dates like the 1st or 15th.
• On Specific Dates: Define exact dates for running the automation.

Tip: Scheduling ensures your data is regularly updated without manual intervention.

Step 5: Set an Iteration Delay (Optional)

To simulate natural browsing behavior and avoid detection, set an Iteration Delay between scraping requests. Configure the following:

• Minimum Delay: The shortest interval between requests.
• Maximum Delay: The longest interval to introduce randomness.

For instance, delays between 5–10 seconds can make scraping appear more organic.

Step 6: Choose Your Output Mode (Optional)

Choose how you want to save and organize the extracted data:

1. Export Options: Select Google Sheets for real-time collaboration or CSV for offline access.
2. Output Management:
   • Append: Add new data to the end of an existing file.
   • Split: Create a new file for every automation run.
   • Overwrite: Replace previous data with the latest scraping results.
3. Duplicate Management: Enable Deduplicate to remove duplicate entries for a cleaner dataset.

Tip: Exporting directly to Google Sheets is ideal for teams working on live datasets.

Step 7: Run the Automation on Cloud or Desktop

After configuring the automation, click Run to start the process. Choose between:

• Cloud: Run the automation on TexAu’s servers for a hands-free experience.
• Desktop: Run locally on your device, using your IP address to simulate manual browsing.

Tip: Running the automation on Desktop mode saves cloud runtime credits and provides greater control over execution.

Step 8: Access the Data from the Data Store

After the automation completes, access your results in the Data Store:

1. Navigate to Data Store in TexAu.
2. Locate the YouTube Search Export automation.
3. Click See Data to view or download the exported search results.

The YouTube Search Export automation streamlines the process of collecting video details from YouTube search results. With features like bulk input, scheduling, and data export to Google Sheets or CSV, it supports efficient research, content strategy development, and competitive analysis for marketers and researchers.