add-voice-transcription

Transcribe WhatsApp voice messages into text using OpenAI Whisper.

Updated Mar 5, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/reasonlayer/rl-agent --skill add-voice-transcription-reasonlayer
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: add-voice-transcription
Source: https://github.com/reasonlayer/rl-agent/tree/main/.claude/skills/add-voice-transcription
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/reasonlayer/rl-agent --skill add-voice-transcription-reasonlayer

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires openai.

What problem does it solve?

Voice notes in WhatsApp are not automatically accessible to the NanoClaw agent. This skill adds automatic transcription using OpenAI Whisper so the agent can read and respond to voice messages.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automatic transcription of WhatsApp voice notes using Whisper
  • Transcripts are delivered to the agent as [Voice: <transcript>] for immediate processing
  • Fallback handling when OPENAI_API_KEY is missing or transcription fails

Quick Start

Provide an OpenAI API key and run the agent with transcription enabled to automatically convert voice notes into readable text.

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 using OpenAI Whisper?

To transcribe WhatsApp voice notes, this skill integrates OpenAI Whisper to automatically convert audio into text. It delivers transcripts directly to your agent as readable content for immediate processing.

Do I need an OpenAI API key to enable voice transcription?

Yes, you must provide an OpenAI API key to enable voice transcription. The skill includes fallback handling to manage scenarios where the OPENAI_API_KEY is missing or if the transcription request fails.

What happens to WhatsApp voice messages after they are transcribed?

After transcription, WhatsApp voice messages are formatted as [Voice: <transcript>] and delivered to the agent. This exposes the audio content as readable text for immediate processing and response.

Can I use OpenAI Whisper for WhatsApp voice note transcription without complex environment setup?

You need the OpenAI library and proper environment key management to run this transcription skill. Once configured, it applies deterministic updates to WhatsApp handling to enable automatic audio conversion.

Why does WhatsApp voice transcription fail when the OpenAI API key is missing?

WhatsApp voice transcription fails without an OpenAI API key because the Whisper API requires authentication. This skill provides fallback handling to gracefully manage missing keys and prevent processing errors.