Can I create long-form videos?

Yes! TubeChef's AI can generate scripts and render videos up to several hours long using our advanced V1-V4 AI models.

Do I need video editing skills?

No video editing skills required. TubeChef provides end-to-end automation from script generation to final video rendering.

What hardware is required for the CLI?

For optimal performance, we recommend Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3) or NVIDIA RTX GPUs. The CLI can render hundreds of videos per day with proper hardware. You can also use our cloud rendering service if you don't have the recommended hardware. *Cloud rendering will be available soon.

How does pricing work?

Pricing is based on credits and features. Basic plan (€18/month) includes 1500 credits/month for text features, Pro plan (€55.99/month) includes 6600 credits with image and audio features, VIP plan (€116.99/month) includes 15000 credits and adds CLI/Desktop automation, team collaboration, and priority support. All plans can be cancelled anytime.

TubeChef CLI Setup Guide: Install and Configure TubeChef Desktop

Name: TubeChef
Brand: TubeChef
Price: 18 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (1000 reviews)

The TubeChef CLI is what sets TubeChef apart from other AI video tools. This guide walks you through installing, configuring, and using the TubeChef CLI for local video rendering.

What is TubeChef CLI?

The TubeChef CLI (Command Line Interface) is TubeChef's desktop application for local video rendering. Instead of rendering in the cloud, TubeChef CLI uses your computer's hardware to assemble and export videos.

TubeChef CLI Benefits:

Unlimited rendering - No per-video fees
No queue waiting - Start immediately
Full control - Files stay on your machine
Batch processing - Render many videos overnight
Hardware acceleration - Fast exports on good hardware

TubeChef CLI Requirements:

TubeChef Pro or VIP subscription
Windows 10/11, macOS 11+, or Linux
8GB+ RAM (16GB recommended)
SSD storage for best performance

Step 1: Download TubeChef CLI

First, download TubeChef CLI from your dashboard:

Log into tubechef.ai
Go to Settings → Downloads
Select your operating system
Download the TubeChef CLI installer

TubeChef CLI Downloads:

Windows: tubechef-cli-setup.exe
macOS (Intel): tubechef-cli-mac-intel.dmg
macOS (Apple Silicon): tubechef-cli-mac-arm.dmg
Linux: tubechef-cli-linux.AppImage

Note: Always download TubeChef CLI from your official dashboard—never from third-party sites.

Step 2: Install TubeChef CLI Installing TubeChef CLI on Windows

Run tubechef-cli-setup.exe
Follow the installation wizard
Choose installation directory (default is fine)
Complete installation
TubeChef CLI adds itself to your PATH automatically

Installing TubeChef CLI on macOS

Open the .dmg file
Drag TubeChef to Applications
First launch: Right-click → Open (to bypass Gatekeeper)
Allow TubeChef in Security preferences if prompted

Apple Silicon Users: Make sure you download the ARM version of TubeChef CLI for best performance on M1/M2/M3/M4 Macs.

Installing TubeChef CLI on Linux

Make the AppImage executable: chmod +x tubechef-cli-linux.AppImage
Run: ./tubechef-cli-linux.AppImage
Optionally move to /usr/local/bin for system-wide access

Step 3: Authenticate TubeChef CLI

After installation, connect TubeChef CLI to your account:

# Open terminal/command prompt
tubechef login

TubeChef CLI will open your browser for authentication. Log in with your TubeChef account credentials.

Verify TubeChef CLI Authentication:

tubechef whoami

This should display your TubeChef username and subscription tier.

Step 4: Configure TubeChef CLI

TubeChef CLI has several configuration options:

View TubeChef CLI Config:

tubechef config list

Set Output Directory:

tubechef config set output_dir "/path/to/videos"

Set Quality Preset:

tubechef config set quality "high"
# Options: draft, standard, high, maximum

Enable/Disable Hardware Acceleration:

tubechef config set hardware_acceleration true

TubeChef CLI Config File Location:

Windows: %APPDATA%\tubechef\config.json
macOS: ~/Library/Application Support/tubechef/config.json
Linux: ~/.config/tubechef/config.json

Step 5: Basic TubeChef CLI Commands

Here are the essential TubeChef CLI commands:

Check TubeChef CLI Version:

tubechef --version

List Your TubeChef Videos:

tubechef videos list

tubechef videos list --status ready

Render a Single Video:

tubechef render --video-id 12345

Render All Ready Videos:

tubechef render --all-ready

Check Render Status:

tubechef status

Get Help:

tubechef help
tubechef help render

Step 6: Rendering Videos with TubeChef CLI

Let's walk through a complete TubeChef CLI rendering workflow:

1. Prepare Videos in TubeChef Web

Before using TubeChef CLI, ensure your videos have:

Generated script
Generated voiceover
Generated images
Status set to "Ready"

2. Sync with TubeChef CLI

# Fetch latest video list from TubeChef
tubechef sync

3. Preview Before Rendering

# See what will be rendered
tubechef render --video-id 12345 --dry-run

4. Start Rendering

# Render the video
tubechef render --video-id 12345

TubeChef CLI will:

Download all assets from TubeChef cloud
Assemble the video timeline
Render using your local hardware
Export to your output directory

5. Monitor Progress

# Check current render progress
tubechef status --verbose

TubeChef CLI Batch Rendering

One of TubeChef CLI's most powerful features is batch rendering:

Render Multiple Videos:

# Render specific videos
tubechef render --video-ids 12345,12346,12347

# Render all ready videos for a channel
tubechef render --channel "My Channel" --status ready

# Render with parallel processing
tubechef render --all-ready --parallel 2

Overnight Batch Processing:

# Queue all ready videos and process overnight
tubechef render --all-ready --parallel 3 --output-dir "/videos/batch-$(date +%Y%m%d)"

TubeChef CLI Performance Optimization

Get the most out of TubeChef CLI with these tips:

For Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4):

TubeChef CLI is natively optimized for Apple Silicon. Expect:

10-minute video: ~3-5 minutes to render
Excellent efficiency
Low power consumption

# Verify ARM build
tubechef --version
# Should show "arm64" architecture

For NVIDIA GPUs:

TubeChef CLI supports CUDA acceleration:

# Enable GPU rendering
tubechef config set gpu_render true

# Verify GPU detection
tubechef system info

For CPU-Only Systems:

TubeChef CLI works on any system, but renders will be slower:

# Use more CPU threads
tubechef config set cpu_threads 8

# Lower quality for faster renders
tubechef config set quality "standard"

TubeChef CLI Troubleshooting "TubeChef command not found"

Windows: Restart your terminal after installation
macOS/Linux: Add TubeChef to your PATH manually

"Authentication failed"

# Re-authenticate
tubechef logout
tubechef login

"Render failed - missing assets"

# Force re-sync from TubeChef cloud
tubechef sync --force

"Out of disk space"

# Clear TubeChef cache
tubechef cache clear

Slow Rendering

Check hardware acceleration is enabled
Close other heavy applications
Ensure SSD storage (not HDD)
Try lower quality preset for drafts

TubeChef CLI Advanced Usage Export to Different Formats:

tubechef render --video-id 12345 --format mp4
tubechef render --video-id 12345 --format webm

Custom Resolution:

tubechef render --video-id 12345 --resolution 1920x1080
tubechef render --video-id 12345 --resolution 3840x2160  # 4K

Render Specific Sections:

tubechef render --video-id 12345 --start 0 --end 60  # First minute only

TubeChef CLI Updates

Keep TubeChef CLI updated for the latest features:

# Check for updates
tubechef update check

# Install update
tubechef update install

TubeChef CLI auto-update can be enabled in config:

tubechef config set auto_update true

Summary

The TubeChef CLI transforms your video production workflow:

Install TubeChef CLI from your dashboard
Authenticate with your TubeChef account
Configure output settings and quality
Render individual videos or batch process
Optimize for your hardware

With TubeChef CLI, you're in complete control of your rendering pipeline.

TubeChef Tutorial: Complete Beginner's Guide - Full getting started guide
How TubeChef Works - Understand the architecture
TubeChef Features Complete List - All CLI features
TubeChef Pricing Explained - Plans with CLI access
TubeChef Review 2025 - CLI in practice
TubeChef FAQ - CLI questions answered

Need help with TubeChef CLI? Contact support at tubechef.ai/contact or follow @tubechefai for tips.