heygen-asset-upload

Upload files to the HeyGen API and retrieve asset IDs.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/bachdyon/video-automator-skills --skill heygen-asset-upload
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Skill: heygen-asset-upload
Source: https://github.com/bachdyon/video-automator-skills/tree/main/skills/heygen-asset-upload
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/bachdyon/video-automator-skills --skill heygen-asset-upload

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the process of uploading files to HeyGen, providing reusable asset IDs for easy integration into various HeyGen endpoints.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • File Upload: Upload images, videos, audio, or PDFs to HeyGen.
  • Asset ID Retrieval: Obtain asset IDs for later use in HeyGen calls.
  • Use Case: When you need to upload local files for HeyGen, prepare assets for Video Agent, or use HeyGen endpoints that accept asset_id file inputs.

Quick Start

Use the heygen-asset-upload skill to upload the file 'person.jpg' to HeyGen and get the asset ID.

Frequently Asked Questions about heygen-asset-upload

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I upload local files to HeyGen and get asset IDs for API calls?

To upload local files to HeyGen and get asset IDs, you use the HeyGen API asset upload endpoint to send images, videos, audio, or PDFs, which then returns a reusable asset ID for future API calls.

What file formats does the HeyGen asset upload endpoint support?

The HeyGen asset upload endpoint supports uploading images, videos, audio files, and PDFs, allowing you to generate asset IDs for integration into various HeyGen API workflows.

When do I need to retrieve an asset ID for HeyGen API integration?

You need to retrieve an asset ID for HeyGen API integration when preparing local files for Video Agent or when calling HeyGen endpoints that specifically require asset_id file inputs.

How does API key management work when uploading files to HeyGen?

API key management for HeyGen file uploads involves configuring your credentials within the upload script, which handles authentication and error handling for requests to the asset upload endpoint.

Does this HeyGen file upload process handle API errors automatically?

Yes, the HeyGen file upload process includes built-in error handling for the asset upload endpoint, managing API key authentication and request failures during asset ID retrieval.

Can I use the retrieved asset ID across different HeyGen endpoints?

Yes, you can use the retrieved asset ID across different HeyGen endpoints, passing it as a file input parameter for future API calls like creating a Video Agent.