fix: Config load before ui init, lang and menu options reinstated

Author: MitCode85

.github/workflows/build-binaries.yml

@@ -27,7 +27,7 @@ jobs:
         run: |
           python -m pip install --upgrade pip
           pip install -r requirements.txt pyinstaller
- 
+
       - name: Build (PyInstaller, one-folder)
         run: pyinstaller yt_audio_workbench.spec
 

.pre-commit-config.yaml

@@ -8,14 +8,15 @@ ci:
 
 repos:
   - repo: https://github.com/astral-sh/ruff-pre-commit
-    rev: v0.5.5
+    rev: v0.6.0  # or run `pre-commit autoupdate` to bump this
     hooks:
       - id: ruff
-        args: [--select=E,F,I,UP, --ignore=E501, --target-version=py39]
+        # optional: auto-fix lint issues
+        args: ["--fix", "--show-fixes"]
       - id: ruff-format
 
   - repo: https://github.com/pre-commit/pre-commit-hooks
-    rev: v4.6.0
+    rev: v6.0.0
     hooks:
       - id: end-of-file-fixer
       - id: trailing-whitespace

HELP.md

@@ -28,47 +28,47 @@ The primary purpose of this tool is to create high-quality, consistent MP3 backu
 ## Main Window Explained <a name="main-window-explained"></a>
 
 ### URL & Output <a name="url--output"></a>
-**Playlist or video URL:** The source URL from YouTube.  
-**Output folder:** The main directory where all files and logs will be saved.  
+**Playlist or video URL:** The source URL from YouTube.
+**Output folder:** The main directory where all files and logs will be saved.
 **Use per-run subfolder:** (Recommended) When checked, each time you click "Run", a new subfolder with a timestamp (e.g., `run_20250824_193000`) will be created inside your output folder. This is the safest way to keep download sessions separate and ensures the "Join" feature works correctly.
 
 ### Cookies <a name="cookies"></a>
-**Cookies file:** You can provide a `cookies.txt` (Netscape format) or a `.json` file exported from a browser extension like "Cookie-Editor". The application will automatically convert `.json` files.  
+**Cookies file:** You can provide a `cookies.txt` (Netscape format) or a `.json` file exported from a browser extension like "Cookie-Editor". The application will automatically convert `.json` files.
 **Use browser cookies:** Alternatively, select a browser and the application will attempt to use its live cookie data.
 
 ### Download & Formatting <a name="download--formatting"></a>
-**Sample rate:** Enforces a consistent audio sample rate for all files. `44100 Hz` is standard for CD quality, while `48000 Hz` is common for video.  
-**Bitrate (kbps):** Sets the quality of the MP3 file. `192` is good quality, `320` is the highest quality for MP3.  
-**Delay between items (s):** A pause between downloading each item in a playlist to avoid being rate-limited by the server.  
+**Sample rate:** Enforces a consistent audio sample rate for all files. `44100 Hz` is standard for CD quality, while `48000 Hz` is common for video.
+**Bitrate (kbps):** Sets the quality of the MP3 file. `192` is good quality, `320` is the highest quality for MP3.
+**Delay between items (s):** A pause between downloading each item in a playlist to avoid being rate-limited by the server.
 **Playlist format:** Creates a playlist file (`.m3u` or `.m3u8`) of the downloaded tracks for easy playback.
 
 ### Filename & Options <a name="filename--options"></a>
-**Add numbering:** Prefixes filenames with a number (e.g., `001 - ...`, `002 - ...`).  
-**Include YouTube ID in filename:** Appends the unique YouTube video ID in brackets (e.g., `... [dQw4w9WgXcQ].mp3`). *Note:* Brackets can cause issues with some older media players.  
-**Sanitize filenames:** (Recommended) Removes special characters from filenames that can cause problems with playlists or scripts.  
-**Use download archive:** The app will keep a record of downloaded files in `download_archive.txt`. If you run the same playlist again, it will skip any files it has already downloaded.  
-**Normalize with MP3Gain:** Uses the mp3gain tool to adjust the volume of all tracks to a standard level without losing quality.  
-**De-duplicate artist in filename:** Removes duplicated artist names from filenames (e.g., `Artist - Artist - Title` → `Artist - Title`).  
-**Validate with ffprobe:** Validates sample rate/format using `ffprobe` after conversion.  
-**Verbose yt-dlp logging:** Runs yt-dlp in verbose mode for troubleshooting.  
+**Add numbering:** Prefixes filenames with a number (e.g., `001 - ...`, `002 - ...`).
+**Include YouTube ID in filename:** Appends the unique YouTube video ID in brackets (e.g., `... [dQw4w9WgXcQ].mp3`). *Note:* Brackets can cause issues with some older media players.
+**Sanitize filenames:** (Recommended) Removes special characters from filenames that can cause problems with playlists or scripts.
+**Use download archive:** The app will keep a record of downloaded files in `download_archive.txt`. If you run the same playlist again, it will skip any files it has already downloaded.
+**Normalize with MP3Gain:** Uses the mp3gain tool to adjust the volume of all tracks to a standard level without losing quality.
+**De-duplicate artist in filename:** Removes duplicated artist names from filenames (e.g., `Artist - Artist - Title` → `Artist - Title`).
+**Validate with ffprobe:** Validates sample rate/format using `ffprobe` after conversion.
+**Verbose yt-dlp logging:** Runs yt-dlp in verbose mode for troubleshooting.
 **Fallback to progressive:** If standard DASH download yields no audio, retry with progressive HTTP streams.
 
 ### Joining <a name="joining"></a>
-**Join into one MP3:** Enables joining to combine all downloaded MP3s into a single large file.  
-**Name:** Filename for the final combined MP3.  
-**Write CUE for joined file:** Creates a `.cue` file with accurate `INDEX 01` markers.  
-**Embed ID3 chapters:** Embeds chapter markers directly into the joined MP3 (requires `mutagen`).  
-**Randomize order when joining:** Shuffles the playlist before combining.  
-**Keep temp WAVs:** Keep intermediate WAVs from the join pipeline (useful for debugging).  
+**Join into one MP3:** Enables joining to combine all downloaded MP3s into a single large file.
+**Name:** Filename for the final combined MP3.
+**Write CUE for joined file:** Creates a `.cue` file with accurate `INDEX 01` markers.
+**Embed ID3 chapters:** Embeds chapter markers directly into the joined MP3 (requires `mutagen`).
+**Randomize order when joining:** Shuffles the playlist before combining.
+**Keep temp WAVs:** Keep intermediate WAVs from the join pipeline (useful for debugging).
 **Write VLC segment playlist:** Creates an `.m3u` playlist that points to chapter start/stop times inside the joined MP3 for VLC.
 
 ### System Dependencies <a name="system-dependencies"></a>
-**Verify Tools:** Checks if `yt-dlp`, `ffmpeg`, `ffprobe`, and `mp3gain` are installed and accessible.  
+**Verify Tools:** Checks if `yt-dlp`, `ffmpeg`, `ffprobe`, and `mp3gain` are installed and accessible.
 **Check & Install System Deps:** Attempts automatic installation (Windows: `winget`; macOS: `brew`; Linux: `apt/dnf/pacman`).
 
 ### Controls & Log <a name="controls--log"></a>
-**Run/Cancel:** Starts or stops the current process.  
-**Progress Bar:** Shows determinate progress during downloads and joining.  
+**Run/Cancel:** Starts or stops the current process.
+**Progress Bar:** Shows determinate progress during downloads and joining.
 **Log Window:** Displays detailed information about the ongoing process. Right-click to copy or clear the log.
 
 ## Troubleshooting <a name="troubleshooting"></a>

SECURITY.md

@@ -12,4 +12,3 @@ If you discover a security vulnerability, please responsibly disclose it:
 - Or open a private security advisory on GitHub
 
 We will acknowledge receipt within 48 hours and provide regular updates until the issue is resolved.
-

THIRD_PARTY_NOTICES.md

@@ -1,6 +1,6 @@
 # Third-Party Notices
 
-This project (**YT Audio Backup GUI**) is licensed under the MIT License (see LICENSE).  
+This project (**YT Audio Backup GUI**) is licensed under the MIT License (see LICENSE).
 It makes use of, or interoperates with, third-party software under their own licenses.
 
 You must comply with the license terms of these third-party components if you install or use them.
@@ -9,21 +9,21 @@ You must comply with the license terms of these third-party components if you in
 
 ## Python Dependencies
 
-- **yt-dlp**  
-  License: [Unlicense](https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp/blob/master/LICENSE)  
+- **yt-dlp**
+  License: [Unlicense](https://github.com/yt-dlp/yt-dlp/blob/master/LICENSE)
   Summary: Public-domain dedication. Permissive use.
 
-- **Tkinter** (stdlib)  
-  License: Python Software Foundation License.  
+- **Tkinter** (stdlib)
+  License: Python Software Foundation License.
   Ships with Python.
 
-- **pyperclip** (optional, for clipboard)  
-  License: MIT.  
+- **pyperclip** (optional, for clipboard)
+  License: MIT.
 
-- **uv** (recommended for env management, not required at runtime)  
-  License: Apache-2.0.  
+- **uv** (recommended for env management, not required at runtime)
+  License: Apache-2.0.
 
-- **Ruff**, **mypy**, **bandit** (dev tools)  
+- **Ruff**, **mypy**, **bandit** (dev tools)
   Licenses: MIT / Apache-2.0 (all permissive).
 
 ---
@@ -32,20 +32,20 @@ You must comply with the license terms of these third-party components if you in
 
 These are **not bundled** with this project. Users must install them separately and comply with their licenses:
 
-- **ffmpeg**  
-  License: [LGPL 2.1+](https://ffmpeg.org/legal.html) (default builds) or GPL 2+ (if compiled with GPL options).  
+- **ffmpeg**
+  License: [LGPL 2.1+](https://ffmpeg.org/legal.html) (default builds) or GPL 2+ (if compiled with GPL options).
   This project calls ffmpeg as an external process. No ffmpeg binaries are distributed with this project.
 
-- **mp3gain**  
-  License: GPL-2.0.  
+- **mp3gain**
+  License: GPL-2.0.
   This project calls mp3gain as an external process. No mp3gain binaries are distributed with this project.
 
 ---
 
 ## Notes
 
-- Because ffmpeg and mp3gain are invoked as **external programs**, their licenses do **not** apply to the source code of this project.  
-- If you redistribute this project **with those binaries embedded**, you must comply with their licenses (e.g., GPL copyleft).  
+- Because ffmpeg and mp3gain are invoked as **external programs**, their licenses do **not** apply to the source code of this project.
+- If you redistribute this project **with those binaries embedded**, you must comply with their licenses (e.g., GPL copyleft).
 - Keeping them as system dependencies avoids license conflicts.
 
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