grab

Automate video downloads from multiple platforms using yt-dlp.

Updated Aug 27, 2026

Search Tags:#yt-dlp #video download #media automation #content download #video retrieval

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/jpratt9/dotfiles --skill grab-jpratt9

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: grab
Source: https://github.com/jpratt9/dotfiles/tree/main/.agents/skills/grab
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jpratt9/dotfiles --skill grab-jpratt9

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires yt-dlp, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Extracting and downloading videos from platforms like YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and more can be cumbersome. This Skill streamlines the process by automating video download tasks using yt-dlp.

Core Features & Use Cases

Platform Compatibility: Download videos from a variety of platforms, including YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and more.
Video Download Automation: Utilizes yt-dlp to download videos efficiently and accurately.
Use Case: Quickly download your favorite TikTok or YouTube video with a simple command.

Quick Start

To download a video from a given URL, use the following command: run grab -- <video_url>

Frequently Asked Questions about grab

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I download videos from YouTube and TikTok automatically?▼

You can automate video download tasks from platforms like YouTube and TikTok by running a simple command that passes the video URL to yt-dlp. This automates the extraction process efficiently for content cators.

What's the best way to retrieve video content across multiple social media platforms?▼

Using a media automation tool powered by yt-dlp is the best way to retrieve video content across multiple platforms. It streamlines extraction from Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube in a single step.

Does yt-dlp support downloading videos from Instagram and Facebook?▼

Yes, yt-dlp supports downloading videos from Instagram and Facebook. The automation script accepts a video URL from these platforms and handles the extraction process directly.

Can I use a single command to grab video content from different platforms?▼

Yes, you can grab video content from different platforms using a single command. You provide the specific video URL, and the underlying yt-dlp engine handles the platform-specific retrieval automatically.

Do I need to install yt-dlp separately to automate video downloads?▼

Yes, you need yt-dlp installed as a dependency to automate video downloads. The Skill utilizes this specific engine to execute the content retrieval and extraction tasks across supported platforms.