Choose the player’s local-file option when you have a playlist stored on the device. A file picker expects a file, while a URL field expects a network address. The player must also have permission to read the selected file in its current location.
Identify what was downloaded
A small file ending in .m3u or .m3u8 may contain text references to streams rather than video recordings. Moving it does not download the programmes it lists. Keep a private copy because the file itself can contain working account URLs.
Use the appropriate file picker
Select the playlist through the app’s supported import control. On modern Android versions, a system picker may grant access to that specific document without granting broad storage access. If the file is greyed out, confirm its real extension and the format accepted by the player.
Understand future updates
A local playlist can become stale if channel addresses change. Replacing the file or using a supported remote playlist may be necessary, but do not overwrite your working copy until you understand how the player stores favourites. Export local organisation settings first if the app provides that feature.
