add-voice-transcription

Transcribes WhatsApp voice notes via OpenAI Whisper and delivers transcripts as [Voice: <transcript>].

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/hellosimplerick/nanoclaw-smoke --skill add-voice-transcription-hellosimplerick
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: add-voice-transcription
Source: https://github.com/hellosimplerick/nanoclaw-smoke/tree/main/.claude/skills/add-voice-transcription
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/hellosimplerick/nanoclaw-smoke --skill add-voice-transcription-hellosimplerick

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires @whiskeysockets/baileys, openai.

What problem does it solve?

Transcribe WhatsApp voice notes automatically to enable agents to understand audio content without listening.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Transcribe voice messages using OpenAI Whisper and expose transcripts as [Voice: <transcript>].
  • Provide fallbacks when transcription fails or is unavailable, showing either [Voice Message - transcription unavailable] or [Voice Message - transcription failed].
  • Seamlessly integrate with NanoClaw's WhatsApp channel to augment agent readability and response accuracy.

Quick Start

Transcribe the latest voice note in WhatsApp chats and display the transcript to the agent in the chat.

Frequently Asked Questions about add-voice-transcription

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I transcribe WhatsApp voice notes automatically using OpenAI Whisper?

Automated voice message transcription uses OpenAI Whisper to convert WhatsApp audio into text, delivering the transcript to the agent as [Voice: <transcript>]. It integrates directly with NanoClaw's WhatsApp channel to enable agent readability without listening.

Do I need an OpenAI API key to transcribe voice messages?

Yes, an OpenAI API key and the openai npm package are required to enable voice message transcription. The Skill relies on these dependencies to send audio data to Whisper and receive text transcripts for the agent.

What happens if WhatsApp voice transcription fails or is unavailable?

If voice transcription fails or is unavailable, the Skill provides fallbacks by showing either [Voice Message - transcription unavailable] or [Voice Message - transcription failed] to the agent, ensuring the workflow continues without breaking.

Can I use this to convert WhatsApp audio into text for an automated agent?

Yes, you can use this to convert WhatsApp audio into text for an automated agent. It processes voice notes and exposes the transcripts as [Voice: <transcript>], augmenting the agent's readability and response accuracy.

Does this WhatsApp transcription Skill work with Baileys?

Yes, the Skill works with Baileys, specifically using the @whiskeysockets/baileys package to handle WhatsApp channel connectivity and audio downloads before sending the voice notes to OpenAI Whisper for transcription.