summarize

Summarize URLs, local files, and YouTube links via a CLI.

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

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Summarize URLs, local files, and YouTube links with a fast CLI.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Efficiently generate concise summaries from web pages, PDFs, images, and videos for quick digestion.
  • Ideal for research, note-taking, and content curation workflows.
  • Use case: imagine summarizing a long article, a report PDF, or a playlist of YouTube videos into digestible bullets.

Quick Start

Run summarize with a URL or file path to generate 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 or PDF from the command line?

You can summarize YouTube videos and PDFs by passing their URLs or file paths directly to the CLI. It processes web pages, PDFs, images, and videos to produce concise text summaries.

Can I use this to summarize web pages for research and note-taking?

Yes, summarizing web pages is fully supported for research and note-taking workflows. You simply provide the web page URL to the CLI to generate a concise, digestible summary.

Do I need to install any dependencies to summarize local files?

Yes, you need to install the summarize binary and configure provider keys via environment variables. Once set up, you can process local files and URLs without additional dependencies.

What's the best way to configure summary length and output formats?

Summary length and output formats are configurable directly through the CLI. This allows you to tailor the generated summaries to fit specific content curation or research requirements.

Does this tool support summarizing images alongside text content?

Yes, the CLI supports summarizing images in addition to web pages, PDFs, and videos. It extracts key information from visual content to deliver comprehensive summaries.

Why does the CLI require environment variables for provider keys?

Environment variables are required to securely authenticate the underlying summarization provider. Configuring these keys ensures the CLI can successfully process URLs and local files.