For files hosted on platforms like Google Drive or Nextcloud, click the "Download" icon. If it tries to play in the browser but fails, right-click the download button and select "Save link as...".
A high-definition MKV file should typically be hundreds of megabytes (for an episode) or several gigabytes (for a movie).
Before downloading, ensure you are using a reliable platform. Depending on where you found the link, the method may vary:
Once downloaded, you may find that native players like Windows Media Player or QuickTime don't support the .mkv format by default.
If the file is on a site like 9anime or a file-hosting service, you can often right-click the video container or use the Video Downloader Professional extension for Chrome to capture the direct link.
If the video is on a site like YouTube or a supported streaming platform, use yt-dlp to download it specifically as an MKV. 2. Check for File Safety