summarize

Summarize and transcribe content from URLs, local files, and YouTube videos using LLM providers.

Updated Feb 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ratbase/claw-basement --skill summarize-ratbase
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Skill: summarize
Source: https://github.com/ratbase/claw-basement/tree/main/skills/summarize
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ratbase/claw-basement --skill summarize-ratbase

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines information consumption by providing concise summaries and transcripts from various online and local content sources, saving users time and effort in understanding lengthy materials.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Content Summarization: Condenses text from URLs, local files (PDFs, etc.), and video transcripts into digestible summaries.
  • Video Transcription: Extracts audio content from YouTube links as text.
  • Use Case: Quickly grasp the key points of a long article, a research paper, or a YouTube video without needing to read or watch the entire content.

Quick Start

Use the summarize skill to get a 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 or URL using an LLM?

To summarize a YouTube video or URL, the Skill extracts content from the source and passes it to an LLM provider to generate a concise text summary. It supports configurable output lengths and can extract video transcripts directly.

Can I transcribe and summarize local PDF files?

Yes, you can summarize local PDF files. The Skill processes local file content alongside URLs and video transcripts, condensing lengthy documents into digestible summaries using your configured LLM provider.

Which LLM providers can I use for content summarization?

You can use API keys from various LLM providers including OpenAI, Anthropic, xAI, or Google. The Skill requires one of these API keys to process URLs, files, and video transcripts into summaries.

Do I need API keys to transcribe YouTube videos into text?

Yes, you need API keys from services like OpenAI, Anthropic, xAI, or Google to transcribe and summarize YouTube videos. The Skill relies on these LLM providers to process the extracted audio content into text.

Can I get summarized content output in JSON format?

Yes, the Skill supports JSON formatting for summarized output. You can configure the output length and format when summarizing content from URLs, local files, or YouTube video transcripts.

What happens when web content extraction fails during URL summarization?

When web content extraction fails, the Skill uses fallback extraction mechanisms to retrieve content from URLs. This ensures the LLM can still generate a summary even if the primary extraction method encounters issues.