summarize

Summarize URLs and local files into concise overviews via the summarize CLI.

Updated Mar 19, 2026

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npx skills add https://github.com/gaos6e/MyOpenclaw --skill summarize-gaos6e

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Skill: summarize
Source: https://github.com/gaos6e/MyOpenclaw/tree/main/workspace/skills/summarize
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/gaos6e/MyOpenclaw --skill summarize-gaos6e

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Summarizing content from URLs and local files is time-consuming and error-prone when done manually.

Core Features & Use Cases

URL and document summarization: Quickly generate concise summaries from websites, PDFs, images, audio, and YouTube videos.
Flexible formats: Produce short or long summaries to fit reports, notes, or dashboards.
Use Case: A researcher wants a rapid digest of multiple sources to prepare a briefing.

Quick Start

Run the summarize command on a URL or a local file 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 or PDF from a URL?▼

The summarize CLI generates concise overviews from web pages, PDFs, images, audio, and YouTube videos. You run the command on a local file path or URL to produce a quick brief for research and reporting.

Can I control the length of summaries generated from web pages?▼

Yes, you can control summary length using the --length option in the CLI. This allows you to produce either short or long summaries to fit your notes, dashboards, or reports.

Does this summarization tool work with audio files and images?▼

The summarize tool supports audio files and images alongside web pages, PDFs, and YouTube links. It processes these local formats into concise overviews for rapid digesting of multimedia sources.

How do I extract raw text without generating a full summary?▼

To extract raw text without generating a full summary, pass the --extract-only option in the CLI. This retrieves the core content directly from your URLs or local files for further processing.

Do I need a provider key to summarize content?▼

Provider keys are required to summarize content using the CLI. You can configure these keys and other custom options in an optional ~/.summarize/config.json file for your environment.

What is the best way to summarize multiple URLs for a research briefing?▼

The best way to summarize multiple URLs for a research briefing is using the summarize CLI with the --json option. This outputs structured summaries from your sources, enabling rapid compilation of reports.