How to Download YouTube Videos on Chromebook in 4 Easy Ways

Are you finding ways to download YouTube videos directly on your Chromebook? To solve your problem, this post will guide you on downloading YouTube videos with detailed steps. Read through and learn how to do it.

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Updated on Jun 25, 2024

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1️⃣Method 1. Download Videos with Desktop Downloader: Open the desktop downloader > choose file formats and quality > copy the video link > click on "Paste Link" from the main interface > the downloader will begin analyzing and downloading the video to your computer. 

2️⃣Method 2. Download YouTube Videos with YouTube Premium Subscription: Buy a YouTube Premium subscription > go to the video page you want to download with > click the "Download" button, and the video will be saved on your computer. 

3️⃣Method 3. Download with a Chrome Browser Extension: Add a Chrome video download extension to your browser > open the YouTube video page > enable the extension > right-click the video and choose the video quality to download. 

4️⃣Method 4. Download with an Online Download Site: Copy the video link > open an online download site > paste the video link to the blank sheet > choose quality and format and then click "Download" to start. 

Hi guys. Do you know whether you can download a YouTube video on your Chromebook? Do you have any ideas on how you can manage it? If you don't know how to, you are reading the right article. In this post, you will find answers to all your questions, and all YouTube video downloaders for Chromebook are 100% feasible. Read through and see how you can download YouTube videos on your Chromebook. 

Can You Download YouTube Videos on a Chromebook

Yes, you can download YouTube videos from your Chromebook as long as you have access to the video you'd like to download. In this post, we will provide four ultimate ways to help you download YouTube videos to your laptop on Chromebook. You can choose desktop software, an online video download site, a video download extension for Chromebook, or the YouTube Premium subscription. 

In my experience, using desktop software to download streaming videos from various sites like YouTube, Twitter, Facebook, etc., is the best choice for most users. As you can realize, one download for a lifetime and no need to worry about download speed or your privacy safety. I will list the detailed steps for all methods in the following content. You can choose the one that meets your needs most.

Method 1. Download Videos from Variable Sites with Desktop Downloader

The most recommended method is using an all-in-one video download software. Let's meet EaseUS Video Downloader. This software supports both Windows and Mac, so you have no need to worry about its compatibility. You can use it to download the YouTube video you like with its link only. It is also equipped with a built-in converter to help you save YouTube videos directly into MP3 format. You can download and install the software to your computer with the button below:

🦄Other unique features of EaseUS Video Downloader you may like:

🍁Here are steps on how to use EaseUS Video Downloader to save YouTube videos:

Step 1. Run EaseUS Video Downloader. Choose your preferred format and quality.

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Step 2. Copy the video link and click "Paste Link," initiating the download process to your laptop.

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Step 3. Once the download completes, click "Open File Location" to locate and inspect the video.

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Disclaimer: It is illegal to download any copyrighted content for commercial purposes without the permission. This guide is demonstrated ONLY for personal use.

Method 2. Pay for YouTube Premium Subscription

This method is the most direct way to save YouTube videos to your computer. YouTube supports video download for Premium users, and the subscription costs $13.99 per month, which may be a little expensive for users. However, the good thing is that after a subscription, you can directly download YouTube videos using the button below the video. It will be quite convenient for users. 

🍁The following steps will show you how to download YouTube videos with a premium subscription:

Step 1. Pay for YouTube Premium first. Open YouTube and sign in to your premium account. 

Step 2. Find the video you'd like to download and go to its web page.

Step 3. You can find a download button below the video. Click on it, and it will begin to download the video. You can find the downloaded videos in your computer's "Download" folder. 

find the download button below the video

Method 3. Download with a Chrome Browser Extension

Another method you can try is to use a YouTube video download extension for the browser you use. For example, I use Google Chrome, so I will search for "Video download browser extension for Google." You can choose the one you like. Here, as the steps resemble, I only take Addoncrop as an example.

🍁Steps for downloading YouTube Videos with a browser extension:

Step 1. Download Addoncrop on your browser through its official site. Confirm the browser you are using and click "Add to Chrome" > "Allow Permissions."

Step 2. Then, go to the video page and click Foxfied from the extension list. Choose the content you want to download. 

Step 3. You will find a download button below the video now. Click on it. 

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Method 4. Download with an Unblocked Online Download Tool

The last method is for users who don't like downloading other applications. Then, you can choose to use an online download site for YouTube video download. Most sites can help you download videos into MP4/MP3 formats. However, you should be aware that when using download sites for full HD movie downloads, you need to protect your privacy as there is no guarantee for these sites. 

🍁Here is how to download YouTube videos with an online download tool:

Step 1. Copy the video's URL and then go to the official site of y2mate

Step 2. Paste the URL to the blank sheet of y2mate. Then, click "Start". 

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Step 3. Choose the video's format and the video quality you'd like to download. Then, click "Download" to process downloading. 

choose file format and download quality

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Bottom Line

In this post, you learned how to download YouTube videos on your Chromebook. I'm sure you have found your best ways. If you still have no idea which method to choose, I suggest trying EaseUS Video Downloader, which is the best solution for both pros and novices in video downloading. I'm sure that you won't regret its installation. 

How to Download YouTube Videos on Chromebook FAQ

1. How do you download YouTube videos as MP3s on a Chromebook?

To download YouTube videos as MP3 files on a Chromebook, you can use online converters or extensions that support audio extraction. Here's how you can do it:

  • Access websites such as YTMP3.cc, OnlineVideoConverter, or Y2Mate.
  • Go to YouTube in your Chromebook's browser, find and copy the video link you want to convert to MP3.
  • Paste the video URL into the converter's input field on their website. Choose MP3 as the output format and select the audio quality if options are available.
  • Click on the "Convert" button or similar.

2. How do you download YouTube videos to Google Drive on a Chromebook?

To save YouTube videos to Google Drive:

  • Click on the clock icon located at the bottom-right corner of the screen.
  • Access Settings by clicking on the gear icon.
  • In the Settings menu, scroll down and choose Advanced.
  • Scroll further down to Downloads and click on Change in the Location field.
  • From the Google Drive drop-down menu, select My Drive.
  • Create a new folder for downloads by clicking on NEW FOLDER.
  • Select the newly created folder and click OPEN to confirm your selection.

3. How do you download a YouTube video to a computer using a Chromebook?

  • Copy the link to the video you want to download.
  • Paste the link into the input field of Chrome YouTube Downloader.
  • Click "Parse Link" to process the video.
  • Choose the desired format. A new tab will open in your browser with the file.
  • Right-click the file preview and select "Download" to save it to your computer.

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