The action of extracting audio tracks from video content hosted on YouTube, specifically using a computer operating on the macOS platform, involves utilizing software or online services designed to isolate and save the audio component. As an example, a user might employ a browser-based tool on their MacBook to download a song’s audio from a YouTube music video.
This practice allows for offline listening of music and other audio content that would otherwise require an internet connection and access to the YouTube platform. Historically, it has been a method for individuals to create personal audio libraries and circumvent restrictions imposed by streaming services, though the legality and ethical considerations vary based on copyright laws and terms of service agreements.