clawhub-youtube-api-skill

Retrieve YouTube Data API metadata for videos, channels, and playlists.

1|Updated Apr 3, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/bobvarkey/openclaw-workspace --skill clawhub-youtube-api-skill
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: clawhub-youtube-api-skill
Source: https://github.com/bobvarkey/openclaw-workspace/tree/main/skills/clawhub/youtube-api-skill
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/bobvarkey/openclaw-workspace --skill clawhub-youtube-api-skill

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you retrieve and work with YouTube Data API information without manually checking videos, channels, or analytics in the browser.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Metadata Retrieval: Look up video, channel, and playlist metadata for downstream analysis or reporting.
  • Analytics Workflows: Support tasks that depend on YouTube API access, such as gathering performance or content details.
  • Use Case: Use it when you need structured YouTube data for a content dashboard, audit, or automated reporting flow.

Quick Start

Use the YouTube API skill to fetch metadata for a specific video or channel using my configured API key.

Frequently Asked Questions about clawhub-youtube-api-skill

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I retrieve YouTube channel and video metadata for analytics workflows?

You retrieve YouTube metadata for analytics workflows by using a Skill that queries the YouTube Data API for structured video, channel, and playlist information. It requires a valid YOUTUBE_API_KEY environment variable for authenticated access.

Do I need a YouTube Data API key to fetch video and channel data?

Yes, fetching YouTube video and channel data requires a valid YOUTUBE_API_KEY environment variable. This key provides the authenticated access needed to retrieve structured metadata from the YouTube Data API.

What's the best way to automate YouTube data retrieval for reporting without manual lookup?

To automate YouTube data retrieval without manual lookup, use a Skill that fetches YouTube Data API metadata directly. This approach gathers structured video and channel details for content dashboards and automated reporting flows.

Can I gather YouTube playlist metadata for a content audit automatically?

Yes, you can gather YouTube playlist metadata for a content audit automatically. The Skill queries the YouTube Data API to retrieve structured playlist, video, and channel information for downstream analysis and reporting.

What limitations should I expect when using the YouTube Data API for content analysis?

When using the YouTube Data API for content analysis, you are limited by API quota constraints and require a valid YOUTUBE_API_KEY environment variable. The Skill retrieves metadata but does not bypass YouTube API usage limits.