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qcut-api

Control the QCut video editor via REST API and Electron IPC.

35|6|Updated Aug 1, 2025
Search Tags:#automation#api#video editing#ai video#qcut#media manipulation
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Quriosity-agent/qcut --skill qcut-api-quriosity-agent
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: qcut-api
Source: https://github.com/Quriosity-agent/qcut/tree/main/qcut/.claude/skills/qcut-api
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Quriosity-agent/qcut --skill qcut-api-quriosity-agent

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows for programmatic control of the QCut video editor, enabling automation of complex editing tasks, media management, and project exports.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Media Management: Import, list, and manage video, audio, and image files within a QCut project.
  • Timeline Manipulation: Add, update, delete, split, move, and arrange elements on the video timeline.
  • AI-Powered Editing: Utilize features like auto-editing for filler word removal, transcription, scene detection, and AI video generation.
  • Project & Export Control: Manage project settings, generate export presets, and initiate export jobs.
  • Use Case: Automate the process of transcribing a long video, removing silences, and then exporting it in a specific format for social media.

Quick Start

Check if the QCut API is running by sending a health check request.

Frequently Asked Questions about qcut-api

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate video editing tasks via an API?▼

You can automate video editing tasks by using a REST API and Electron IPC to programmatically control media import, timeline manipulation, and project exports.

Can I use an API to remove silences and transcribe long videos?▼

Yes, you can use API endpoints to trigger AI-powered analysis like transcription and auto-editing for filler word removal, utilizing asynchronous operations for long-running tasks.

How do I programmatically manage media files and timeline elements in a video editor?▼

You can programmatically import, list, and manage video, audio, and image files, while adding, updating, splitting, and arranging elements on the timeline through API requests.

Does the QCut video editor API support automated project exports?▼

Yes, the API supports project and export control by allowing you to manage project settings, generate export presets, and initiate export jobs programmatically.

What is the best way to handle long-running AI video generation tasks through an API?▼

The best way to handle long-running tasks like AI video generation is by utilizing the API's asynchronous operations, ensuring processes run in the background without blocking.

How do I check if my video editing API connection is active?▼

You can verify your API connection by sending a health check request to ensure the video editor service is running and ready to accept programmatic commands.

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