summarize

Summarize content from URLs, local files, and YouTube links.

1|1|Updated Jan 25, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Rlier/clawdbot --skill summarize-rlier
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: summarize
Source: https://github.com/Rlier/clawdbot/tree/main/skills/summarize
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Rlier/clawdbot --skill summarize-rlier

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the process of extracting key information from various online and local sources, saving users time by providing concise summaries.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • URL Summarization: Condenses the content of web pages into brief summaries.
  • File Content Extraction: Extracts and summarizes text from local files.
  • Video/Podcast Transcripts: Provides best-effort transcriptions and summaries for video links.
  • Use Case: Quickly understand the main points of a long article or a YouTube video without having 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 without watching the entire content?

To summarize a YouTube video, the Skill provides best-effort transcriptions of video links and condenses the transcript into a brief summary using AI models. This facilitates quick information retrieval without watching the full video.

Can I extract and summarize text from local files?

Yes, you can extract and summarize text from local files. The Skill supports file content extraction by processing local documents and condensing their text into concise summaries for quick understanding.

What is the best way to summarize web page content from a URL?

The best way to summarize web page content is to provide the URL to the Skill, which extracts the article's text and condenses it into a brief summary using various configured AI models.

Does this URL summarization tool require any external service dependencies?

No external dependencies are required to use the tool. It operates independently using scripts and references, though it supports optional service integrations and multiple summarization configurations via command-line flags.

Are there limitations when transcribing podcasts or video links?

Yes, the tool provides best-effort transcriptions for podcasts and video links, meaning transcription accuracy may vary depending on the source audio quality and the available extraction configurations.

How do I configure different AI models for content extraction?

You can configure different AI models for content extraction by using various command-line flags. These flags allow you to specify extraction and summarization configurations for your URLs, files, and transcripts.