summarize

Summarize text content from URLs, local files, and YouTube videos via CLI.

20|7|Updated Feb 11, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/kaivyy/kabot --skill summarize-kaivyy
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Skill: summarize
Source: https://github.com/kaivyy/kabot/tree/main/kabot/skills/summarize
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/kaivyy/kabot --skill summarize-kaivyy

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the process of summarizing lengthy content from various sources like web pages, local files, and even YouTube videos, saving users time and effort in understanding key information.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • URL Summarization: Condenses articles and web pages into concise summaries.
  • File Summarization: Extracts and summarizes text from local documents (e.g., PDFs).
  • Video Transcription & Summarization: Provides best-effort transcriptions and summaries for YouTube videos.
  • Use Case: Quickly grasp the main points of a long online article or a research paper without reading the entire document.

Quick Start

Use the summarize skill to get a short summary of the content at https://example.com.

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 into text?

You can summarize a YouTube video by providing its URL to the summarize skill, which performs a best-effort transcription and condenses the video content into a concise text summary.

How do I extract and summarize text from a local PDF file?

To extract and summarize text from a local file like a PDF, use the summarize skill's command-line interface to process the document and output a configurable length summary of its contents.

Can I summarize web pages and online articles from a URL?

Yes, you can summarize web pages by passing the article URL to the summarize skill, which extracts the text content and condenses it into a short summary of the main points.

How do I configure the output length when summarizing documents?

The summarize skill offers configurable output length and extraction modes through its command-line interface, allowing you to adjust the summary size to fit your reading needs.

What is the best way to quickly grasp the main points of a research paper?

The best way to grasp a research paper is to use the summarize skill to automate information synthesis, extracting key points from the document without needing to read the entire text.

Do I need a specific LLM provider to transcribe and summarize content?

No, the summarize skill supports various LLM providers for content extraction and summarization, giving you the flexibility to use your preferred language model via the command-line interface.