summarize

Summarize web articles, YouTube transcripts, and local files with configurable output length.

4|2|Updated Mar 16, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/0xKobold/0xkobolds --skill summarize-0xkobold
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: summarize
Source: https://github.com/0xKobold/0xkobolds/tree/main/skills/summarize
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/0xKobold/0xkobolds --skill summarize-0xkobold

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Summarize long articles, videos, transcripts, and local documents into concise, actionable digests to save time and improve comprehension.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • URL & Web Page Summaries: quickly generate tight summaries of articles and blog posts.
  • Video & Podcast Transcripts: extract or summarize spoken content from YouTube or local media.
  • Local File Summaries: summarize PDFs, text files, or documents stored on your device.

Quick Start

Summarize the URL or local file you specify to produce a concise summary.

Frequently Asked Questions about summarize

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I summarize a YouTube video transcript into a short digest?

To summarize a YouTube video transcript, you provide the video URL and the Skill extracts the spoken content to produce a concise, actionable digest. It handles YouTube transcripts directly without manual copying.

Can I summarize local files and PDFs stored on my device?

Yes, you can summarize local files by specifying the file path. The Skill processes text files and documents stored on your device to generate concise summaries for quick comprehension.

What is the best way to summarize podcasts and web articles?

The best way to summarize podcasts and web articles is to input the media URL. The Skill extracts the text or transcript and converts it into a tight, digestible summary.

Does this summarization tool work with CLI integration?

Yes, the summarization tool works with CLI integration. You can specify URLs, local files, or transcripts directly from the command line to produce configurable output lengths.

Can I control the output length when I summarize text from URLs?

Yes, you can control the output length when summarizing text from URLs. The Skill supports configurable output lengths to generate summaries that fit your specific reading needs.

What are the limitations when summarizing audio and video content?

When summarizing audio and video content, the Skill relies on existing transcripts or optional transcription capabilities. It may not process media files effectively if no transcript can be extracted.