clip-hand-skill

Transcribe long-form videos with Whisper, generate captions, and publish clips to Telegram and WhatsApp.

1|Updated Mar 2, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/0xMerl99/FangAI --skill clip-hand-skill
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Skill: clip-hand-skill
Source: https://github.com/0xMerl99/FangAI/tree/main/crates/openfang-hands/bundled/clip
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/0xMerl99/FangAI --skill clip-hand-skill

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the creation of short, viral video clips from longer video content, saving creators significant editing time and effort.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Clipping: Identifies engaging segments from any video URL or file.
  • Transcription & Captions: Generates accurate subtitles for accessibility and engagement.
  • Publishing: Optionally shares clips directly to Telegram and WhatsApp.
  • Use Case: Turn a long webinar or YouTube video into multiple 30-second TikToks or Reels, complete with captions and a compelling hook.

Quick Start

Use the clip-hand skill to create short clips from the provided YouTube video URL.

Frequently Asked Questions about clip-hand-skill

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create short viral clips from a long YouTube video?

You can create short clips by providing a video URL or local file to the Skill. It uses yt-dlp to download the content and FFmpeg to process the long-form video into short, engaging segments automatically.

Can I generate captions and transcriptions for my shorts automatically?

Yes, automated transcription and caption generation are supported. The Skill uses Whisper locally or via API to transcribe audio and generate accurate subtitles, enhancing accessibility and viewer engagement for your shorts.

Does the clip-hand skill support publishing videos to social media?

Publishing to social media is supported for Telegram and WhatsApp. You can configure settings to share the generated short clips directly to these platforms after the transcription and video processing is complete.

Do I need yt-dlp and FFmpeg installed to edit videos into shorts?

Yes, yt-dlp and FFmpeg are required to download and process video files. The Skill uses yt-dlp to fetch source content from URLs and FFmpeg for video editing and clip generation.

What is the best way to turn a webinar into TikToks or Reels?

The best way to turn a webinar into short videos is automating clip creation. The Skill identifies engaging segments from long webinar recordings, transcribes the audio for captions, and outputs multiple short clips.