omk-youtube

Extract and summarize YouTube video subtitles in English or Chinese.

103|15|Updated Feb 6, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/KaimingWan/oh-my-kiro --skill omk-youtube
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: omk-youtube
Source: https://github.com/KaimingWan/oh-my-kiro/tree/main/skills/omk-youtube
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/KaimingWan/oh-my-kiro --skill omk-youtube

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

Extract and summarize YouTube video content from subtitles to help users quickly understand videos without watching.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Subtitle extraction: fetch English or Chinese subtitles from YouTube videos.
  • Summarization: produce concise summaries in the user's preferred language.
  • Multilingual support: translate or summarize subtitles across languages.
  • Use Case: When you share a YouTube link, ask for a quick summary to capture key points.

Quick Start

Ask your AI to summarize a YouTube video by providing its URL, for example: summarize this YouTube video https://youtube.com/watch?v=EXAMPLE

Frequently Asked Questions about omk-youtube

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I summarize a YouTube video from subtitles without watching it?

To summarize a YouTube video from subtitles, provide the video URL to your AI. The Skill extracts subtitles using yt-dlp and generates a concise summary so you can capture key points without watching.

Can I extract and summarize YouTube video transcripts in different languages?

Yes, you can extract and summarize YouTube video transcripts multilingually. The Skill fetches English or Chinese subtitles and translates or summarizes the content into your preferred output language.

Does summarizing YouTube transcripts require yt-dlp to be installed?

Yes, extracting YouTube subtitles for summarization requires yt-dlp. The Skill relies on this dependency and a portable shell script to fetch video transcripts before generating the summary.

What is the best way to get a quick summary of a YouTube video link?

The best way to get a quick summary of a YouTube video link is to paste the URL into your AI prompt. The Skill automatically fetches and processes the video subtitles to deliver concise key points.

Are there limitations when extracting subtitles for YouTube video analysis?

A limitation when extracting subtitles for YouTube video analysis is dependency on available transcript tracks. If a video lacks English or Chinese subtitles, the Skill cannot summarize its content.

Do I need to store the output when summarizing YouTube video content?

Storing the output when summarizing YouTube video content is optional. The Skill primarily generates concise summaries for quick comprehension, but it also satisfies functional requirements for optional output storage.