Download Format Jakub Fríbl

automation cli-tool file-association file-format lightweight manifest python windows-registry

Install Download Format with WinGet

winget install --id=JakubFribl.DownloadFormat -e

Download Format is a minimalist text-based .download file format specification designed to simplify automation tasks and streamline application deployment. It provides a lightweight solution for creating and managing file associations, enabling seamless integration with existing systems.

Key Features:

Enables clean automation by specifying direct links to installers or target files.
Facilitates lightweight file associations through system registration, enhancing workflow efficiency.
Supports seamless application deployment by processing .download files automatically upon execution.
Integrates effortlessly with Windows Package Manager for easy installation and management.
Offers a simple yet effective structure for defining URLs and descriptions within manifests.

Target Audience and Benefits: Ideal for developers and IT professionals seeking to automate tasks and deploy applications efficiently. By using Download Format, users can streamline their workflows, reduce manual intervention, and ensure consistent application deployment across systems.

README

.download File Format

A minimalist, text-based file format specification designed for clean automation, lightweight file associations, and seamless application deployment.

Quick Start Guide

Download or build the handler (osldown.exe).
Register the file extension in the system (Run as Administrator):
- Run osldown.exe as Administrator.
- Choose option 2 to register the .download extension in the Windows Registry.
Create or use a .download file:
- Choose option 1 to create your own .download manifest interactively.
Execution:
- Once the extension is registered, the system will be able to process files and download the target content automatically.

File Structure

URL: Direct link to the installer or target file.
Description: A short text or Hello World message.

Example

(genesis.download) https://raw.githubusercontent.com/JakubFribl/osltxt/main/README.md Hello world! This is the genesis file of the .download ecosystem.

Installation via Scoop

If you use the Scoop package manager, you can install osltxt using my custom bucket:

1.  scoop bucket add scoop-downloadformat https://github.com/socialmediatvtweet-tech/download-format

2.  scoop install downloadformat

Installation via Bash Script

If you prefer using a terminal installation script on Linux, macOS, or WSL, you can install osltxt directly with this command:

curl -sSL https://raw.githubusercontent.com/socialmediatvtweet-tech/download-format/main/install.sh | bash

This script will automatically download the latest version from GitHub and install it into your system.

License

MIT