Qyoutube-transcript-api

Extract, transcribe, and translate YouTube subtitles via API endpoints.

6|Updated Mar 14, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/inho-team/qe-framework --skill qyoutube-transcript-api
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Skill: Qyoutube-transcript-api
Source: https://github.com/inho-team/qe-framework/tree/main/skills/Qyoutube-transcript-api
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/inho-team/qe-framework --skill qyoutube-transcript-api

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill extracts, transcribes, and translates YouTube video subtitles/captions. It uses the YouTubeTranscript.dev V2 API for caption extraction, ASR transcription, batch processing (up to 100 videos), and translation into 100+ languages to turn video content into accessible text for analysis, indexing, and repurposing.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Subtitle extraction: Retrieve captions from YouTube videos.
  • ASR transcription: Transcribe videos without captions using automatic speech recognition.
  • Translation: Translate subtitles into multiple languages.
  • Batch processing: Process up to 100 videos in a single request.
  • Pipeline integration: Feed transcripts into AI/LLM workflows for summaries, indexing, SEO, or content repurposing.

Quick Start

Provide a YouTube video URL and your API key, then call the skill to retrieve transcripts.

Frequently Asked Questions about Qyoutube-transcript-api

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I extract YouTube video transcripts and captions into text?

To extract YouTube video transcripts, you provide a video URL or ID. The skill retrieves subtitle data and returns it as structured, usable text for analysis or indexing.

Can I transcribe YouTube videos that do not have subtitles?

Yes, you can transcribe YouTube videos without captions. The skill uses automatic speech recognition (ASR) to generate text transcripts for videos lacking native subtitles.

Does batch processing support extracting captions from multiple YouTube videos?

Batch processing supports caption extraction for up to 100 YouTube videos. You can submit multiple video URLs or IDs in a single request to retrieve transcripts efficiently.

How do I translate YouTube subtitles into other languages?

You translate YouTube subtitles by providing optional language settings. The skill processes video captions and translates the transcript text into over 100 languages.

Can I feed extracted YouTube transcripts into LLM workflows for summarization?

Yes, you can feed extracted YouTube transcripts into LLM workflows. The skill outputs structured text data suitable for pipeline integration, enabling automated summaries, SEO indexing, and content repurposing.