[FEAT] Added --list-tracks option to display available tracks in media files #1669
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This PR adds a new command-line option --list-tracks that allows users to list all available tracks in an input file and exit without processing the file for subtitle extraction.
When working with complex media files that contain multiple tracks, it's often difficult to know which track contains the subtitles you want to extract. This feature provides a simple way to explore the file structure before running a full extraction, making it easier to:
Implementation
Example Usage
This will display information about available tracks in the file rather than extracting subtitles.
Testing
The feature has been tested with various media file formats including MP4, MKV, and TS files containing multiple subtitle tracks. It correctly lists available tracks and exits without performing extraction.
Distribution Used: Fedora Linux
TS Files:
MKV Files:
MP4 Files: