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clip-hand-skill

Cuts video into short clips with burned-in captions from uploaded files or URLs.

4|1|Updated Mar 3, 2026
Search Tags:#yt-dlp#ffmpeg#content repurposing#video editing#captioning#video clipping#social media shorts
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/aegntic/clawreform --skill clip-hand-skill-aegntic
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: clip-hand-skill
Source: https://github.com/aegntic/clawreform/tree/main/crates/clawreform-hands/bundled/clip
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/aegntic/clawreform --skill clip-hand-skill-aegntic

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the creation of short, engaging video clips from longer videos, complete with captions and optional voice-overs, making content repurposing effortless.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Clipping: Extracts viral-worthy segments from any video URL or file.
  • Caption Generation: Automatically transcribes audio and burns captions onto clips.
  • Publishing: Optionally publishes clips directly to Telegram and/or WhatsApp.
  • Use Case: Turn a long YouTube interview into multiple TikTok-ready clips with engaging captions to maximize reach.

Quick Start

Use the clip-hand-skill to create short clips from the provided 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 automatically generate video clips with captions from a YouTube video?▼

You can automate video clipping and caption generation by providing a YouTube URL to the Skill, which uses yt-dlp to download the content, transcribes it with Whisper, and burns captions using FFmpeg.

Can I use local Whisper models for transcription instead of cloud-based ones?▼

Yes, the Skill supports transcription using both local and cloud-based Whisper models, allowing you to transcribe audio and generate captions based on your preferred environment and privacy constraints.

What is the best way to repurpose long-form video content into social media shorts?▼

The best way to repurpose long-form video content into viral-ready social media shorts is to automate extraction, transcription, and caption burning using FFmpeg, then optionally publish the clips via Telegram or WhatsApp.

Does this video clipping workflow support direct publishing to Telegram and WhatsApp?▼

Yes, the video clipping workflow integrates directly with Telegram and WhatsApp, allowing you to automatically publish your newly generated short clips with burned-in captions right after processing.

How do I download video content from various platforms for automated clipping?▼

You can download video content from various platforms for automated clipping by providing the source URL, which the Skill processes using yt-dlp to retrieve the long-form video file before transcription and editing.

Can I add automated voice-overs to my short video clips?▼

Yes, the Skill offers optional voice-over generation during the video processing stage, allowing you to add automated audio tracks to your short clips alongside the generated captions.

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