openai-whisper

Transcribe audio files into text and subtitle formats using the Whisper CLI.

Updated Jan 26, 2026

Search Tags:#cli #transcription #whisper #audio #local #speech-to-text

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npx skills add https://github.com/caiazzop/clawdbot-personal-assistant --skill openai-whisper-caiazzop

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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: openai-whisper
Source: https://github.com/caiazzop/clawdbot-personal-assistant/tree/main/skills/openai-whisper
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/caiazzop/clawdbot-personal-assistant --skill openai-whisper-caiazzop

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a local, privacy-preserving solution for converting spoken audio into written text without relying on external APIs or internet connectivity.

Core Features & Use Cases

Local Transcription: Transcribe audio files directly on your machine using the Whisper CLI.
Multiple Formats: Supports various output formats like plain text (txt) and subtitles (srt).
Use Case: Record a meeting and transcribe the entire conversation into a text document for easy searching and summarization.

Quick Start

Use the openai-whisper skill to transcribe the audio file located at '/path/to/meeting.mp3' into a text file.

Frequently Asked Questions about openai-whisper

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I transcribe audio files locally without an internet connection?▼

You can transcribe audio files locally by using the Whisper CLI to convert spoken audio into text formats without relying on external APIs or internet connectivity.

Can I generate SRT subtitle files from an audio recording?▼

Yes, you can generate SRT subtitle files from audio recordings by running local speech-to-text transcription, which supports multiple output formats including plain text and subtitles.

Do I need the Whisper binary installed to perform local speech-to-text transcription?▼

Yes, local speech-to-text transcription requires the Whisper binary to be installed and accessible in your system's PATH before you can convert audio files into written text.

What is the best way to transcribe a recorded meeting into a text document?▼

The best way to transcribe a recorded meeting into a searchable text document is using local speech-to-text transcription to convert the entire conversation directly on your machine.

Does local speech-to-text transcription work for privacy-sensitive audio processing?▼

Yes, local speech-to-text transcription works for privacy-sensitive audio processing because it operates entirely offline on your machine, ensuring no audio data is sent to external APIs.