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Manage Internet Archive assets via the ia CLI tool.

1|Updated Sep 5, 2025
Search Tags:#data management#metadata#cli tool#internet archive#digital assets#archive.org
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Ramblurr/nix-devenv --skill ia
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: ia
Source: https://github.com/Ramblurr/nix-devenv/tree/main/prompts/skills/ia
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Ramblurr/nix-devenv --skill ia

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies complex interactions with the Internet Archive, enabling efficient management of digital assets, from searching and downloading to uploading and metadata manipulation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Search & Discover: Find specific items or collections using advanced query syntax and filters.
  • Download & Upload: Retrieve files or upload new content with options for format, source, and verification.
  • Metadata Management: View, modify, append, and remove metadata for items and files.
  • Use Case: Archive a collection of historical audio recordings, ensuring all metadata (title, creator, date) is correctly applied and searchable.

Quick Start

Use the ia skill to search for items related to 'climate change' in the 'texts' media type and sort them by date in descending order.

Frequently Asked Questions about ia

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I search for items on the Internet Archive using advanced query syntax?▼

You can search the Internet Archive by applying advanced query syntax and filters to find specific items or collections. This approach allows you to sort results by media type and date for efficient content discovery.

Can I upload files and modify metadata on archive.org in bulk?▼

Yes, you can upload new content and manage archive.org metadata in bulk. The tool supports modifying, appending, and removing metadata for items and files to ensure accurate digital asset management.

What is the best way to download files from the Internet Archive with format filtering?▼

The best way to download Internet Archive files is by using format filtering options within the CLI tool. This enables you to retrieve specific files from items while verifying source formats during the download process.

Does the Internet Archive CLI tool support managing historical audio recordings?▼

Yes, the Internet Archive CLI tool supports managing historical audio recordings. You can archive collections, apply metadata like title and creator, and ensure the content is correctly formatted and searchable.

How do I append or remove metadata for items on archive.org?▼

You can append or remove metadata for archive.org items by using the dedicated metadata management operations. This functionality allows you to view, modify, and delete item or file metadata directly through the command line.

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