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Instantly Identify TV Shows & Movies from YouTube Shorts with SceneSniffer Chrome Extension

Have you ever been scrolling through YouTube Shorts, stumbled upon a captivating scene from a movie or TV show, and found yourself wondering: "What show is this from?" If so, you're not alone! At Tinkerbotics, we're excited to introduce you to an amazing tool that solves this exact problem.

Meet SceneSniffer: Your YouTube Shorts Detective

SceneSniffer is a powerful Chrome extension that uses AI to instantly identify which TV show or movie a YouTube Shorts clip comes from. No more endless searching or asking in comments—just one click for immediate answers!

Why You Need SceneSniffer in Your Browser

Here's why this extension is a game-changer for media enthusiasts:

  1. Effortless Identification - Simply click the red button that appears in the corner of any YouTube Shorts video
  2. Detailed Results - Get show name, season number, episode number, and even episode titles
  3. Time-Saving - No more wasting time searching Google with vague descriptions
  4. AI-Powered Accuracy - Leverages Google's Gemini API for reliable identifications
  5. Clean, YouTube-Style Interface - Results appear in a sleek overlay without disrupting your viewing

How It Works

SceneSniffer seamlessly integrates with YouTube Shorts, adding a small red button to the interface when you're watching shorts. When you see a clip you want to identify:

  1. Click the SceneSniffer button in the corner
  2. Wait a moment while the AI analyzes the video
  3. Get your answer in a clean, YouTube-styled popup

The extension requires a free Google Gemini API key (easy to obtain), which you'll only need to enter once.

Coming Soon to Chrome Web Store!

While we're preparing to launch SceneSniffer on the Chrome Web Store for easy one-click installation, you can get early access now by checking out our GitHub repository!

The GitHub version gives you all the same features you'll get in the store version, just with a manual installation process. Perfect for early adopters and tech enthusiasts who want to be the first to try this incredible tool.

Why We Built SceneSniffer

At Tinkerbotics, we love exploring how technology can solve everyday problems. YouTube Shorts has become a hub for movie and TV clips, but without proper attribution, finding the source can be frustrating. SceneSniffer bridges that gap, helping you discover new shows and movies to add to your watchlist.

Get Started Now!

Ready to transform how you discover content through YouTube Shorts?

👉 Check out the SceneSniffer GitHub Repo

Follow the simple installation instructions in the README, and you'll be identifying clips in minutes!

Stay tuned to Tinkerbotics for the official Chrome Web Store release announcement, coming soon! Have you ever struggled to identify a scene from a YouTube Short? Let us know in the comments below what shows or movies you're hoping to discover with SceneSniffer!

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