This document outlines the additional features added to the Plex Dupefinder Python application.
The dry run option allows users to simulate the deletion process without actually deleting any files. This option is configured using the DRY_RUN parameter in the config.json file. When enabled, Plex Dupefinder will log potential delete operations without carrying them out.
Users can also pass the --dry-run parameter from the command line to temporarily activate this feature.
Plex Optimized Versions are automatically excluded from consideration as duplicates. This enhancement improves the accuracy of duplicate detection by excluding files that Plex has optimized for streaming.
However, to address rare instances where Plex incorrectly identifies files as non-optimized versions, users can configure the application to exclude files located under the "Plex Versions" folder from duplicate consideration. This option is controlled by the SKIP_PLEX_VERSIONS_FOLDER parameter in the config.json file. Media files under the "Plex Versions" folder will be ignored during duplicate identification, providing an additional layer of accuracy to the duplicate detection process.
The application now has the ability to remove entries from Plex for media files marked as 'Unavailable'. This functionality is controlled by the FIND_UNAVAILABLE parameter in the config.json file. Plex Dupefinder will attempt to delete the entry associated with unavailable media files, excluding cases where Plex reports a file size for an unavailable file. This precautionary measure prevents accidental deletion of valid files.
A new option, FIND_EXTRA_TS, allows users to delete all .TS files when a non-.TS file is present in the duplicate list. This feature is particularly useful for cleaning up recordings when a higher-quality, non-recorded version is available. By enabling this option, users can ensure that their media library remains clutter-free and optimized for better-quality content.
The SKIP_OTHER_DUPES option in the config.json file enables users to skip other duplicate checks when not using the AUTO_DELETE option. This allows features like FIND_UNAVAILABLE and FIND_OTHER_TS to be run in batch mode or on a scheduled task unattended, enhancing the flexibility and automation capabilities of Plex Dupefinder.
Alternatively, users can pass the --skip-other-dupes parameter from the command line to temporarily activate this feature.
A Dockerfile is provided with Plex Dupefinder, allowing users to build a local image for running Plex Dupefinder instead of installing additional software locally. This enhances portability and simplifies the deployment process, enabling users to run Plex Dupefinder in various environments without additional dependencies. For detailed instructions on building and using the Docker image, please see Dockerfile_README.md.