plex-api

Provide Plex Media Server OpenAPI reference for integration and debugging.

3|1|Updated Jan 29, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/videogorl/ensemble --skill plex-api
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Skill: plex-api
Source: https://github.com/videogorl/ensemble/tree/main/.claude/skills/plex-api
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/videogorl/ensemble --skill plex-api

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Plex API consumption for Plex Media Server can be opaque and hard to keep up-to-date across versions. This Skill consolidates the OpenAPI reference and endpoint documentation to accelerate development and debugging of Plex integrations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Central, up-to-date OpenAPI reference for Plex Media Server v1.2.0
  • Quick lookup of headers, metadata types, and common request patterns
  • Use Case: Validate a new client integration against library-sync, playback-tracking, and media-streaming endpoints

Quick Start

Run a local validation pass against the openapi.json and endpoint docs to ensure compatibility with your Plex server.

Frequently Asked Questions about plex-api

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I find Plex Media Server API endpoints for library-sync and playback-tracking?

The Plex API reference provides an OpenAPI specification covering library-sync, playback-tracking, and media-streaming endpoints. It consolidates headers, metadata types, and example requests to accelerate integration development and debugging.

What headers and metadata types do I need for Plex API integration?

Plex API integration headers and metadata types are documented within the OpenAPI reference. The guide covers common request patterns and example requests to ensure correct formatting for Plex Media Server endpoint interactions.

Can I validate my client against the Plex OpenAPI spec for version v1.2.0?

You can validate a new client integration against the Plex Media Server OpenAPI spec. Running a local validation pass against openapi.json and endpoint documentation ensures compatibility with the v1.2.0 server version.

Why does my Plex API integration keep failing during debugging?

Plex API debugging failures often stem from outdated endpoint specifications. This integration guide provides an up-to-date OpenAPI reference to validate request patterns, headers, and metadata types, resolving compatibility issues across server versions.

Does the Plex API reference include example requests for media-streaming endpoints?

The Plex API reference includes example requests for media-streaming endpoints. The OpenAPI documentation covers library-sync, playback-tracking, and media-streaming workflows to facilitate comprehensive integration and debugging.