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Finding metadata for TV shows

Check the series name, episode numbers and selected TV metadata source.

For a TV episode, iFlicks needs the correct series name, season and episode number. A clear filename such as Example Show.S02E05.mkv helps supply this information.

  1. Check that the video is identified as a TV show.
  2. Verify the series name, season and episode number.
  3. Check the TV-show database selected in iFlicks settings.
  4. Search again and compare the episode title and description.

The current app includes TV-show sources for The Movie Database and TheTVDB. Their records and episode numbering can differ. Specials and alternative episode orders need particular care: compare the episode against the source you selected.

If a series repeatedly needs a different search title, an On File Load rule can apply that correction automatically.

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