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search-youtube

Search YouTube videos by query and return structured results with links, dates, and view counts.

Updated May 6, 2026
Search Tags:#content discovery#youtube#transcript analysis#video search#search filters#view counts
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Takfes/indie-scaffolder --skill search-youtube-takfes
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: search-youtube
Source: https://github.com/Takfes/indie-scaffolder/tree/main/components/agent-skills-commands/.agents/skills/search-youtube
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Takfes/indie-scaffolder --skill search-youtube-takfes

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill removes the manual effort of browsing YouTube search results by turning a topic query into structured, filterable video results with clear ranking signals.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Natural-language YouTube search: Find videos by topic, question, or niche interest without crafting exact search syntax.
  • Filtering and ranking: Narrow results by time period, sort order, and result count to surface the most relevant videos.
  • Compact or detailed output: Choose a quick table for scanning or a richer view with descriptions and topic keywords for decision-making.
  • Use cases: Discover recent tutorials, compare competing videos on the same topic, or shortlist the best uploads before watching.

Quick Start

Ask the assistant to search YouTube for your topic and specify any filters you want, such as recency, sorting, result count, or whether you prefer a compact list or detailed analysis.

Frequently Asked Questions about search-youtube

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I search YouTube videos by topic and get structured results with view counts?▼

You can search YouTube videos using natural-language queries to return structured results with links, dates, and view counts. This removes manual browsing effort by providing filterable video rankings directly from your topic query.

What is the best way to filter YouTube search results by time period and sort order?▼

The best way to filter YouTube search results is by specifying a time period and sort order in your query. This narrows the results to surface the most relevant recent uploads and ranks them based on your chosen sorting criteria.

Can I get transcript-informed analysis when discovering YouTube videos on a specific topic?▼

Yes, you can request optional transcript-informed analysis alongside your YouTube search. This provides a richer view with descriptions and topic keywords, enabling deeper decision-making before you commit to watching the video.

Does this YouTube video search support compact tables for quick scanning?▼

Yes, YouTube video search supports compact table output for quick scanning. You can choose between a quick table or a detailed view with metadata, depending on whether you need rapid shortlisting or deeper topic comparisons.

How do I shortlist the most relevant YouTube tutorials before watching them?▼

To shortlist relevant YouTube tutorials, use the result limit filter to narrow the count and sort by view counts or recency. The structured metadata allows you to compare competing videos and select the best uploads before viewing.

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