summarize

Summarize URLs, local files, and YouTube transcripts into key takeaways.

Updated Mar 26, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/tedtv1007-ctrl/milk-skills-library --skill summarize-tedtv1007-ctrl
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: summarize
Source: https://github.com/tedtv1007-ctrl/milk-skills-library/tree/main/summarize
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tedtv1007-ctrl/milk-skills-library --skill summarize-tedtv1007-ctrl

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill solves the information overload problem by providing rapid, AI-powered summaries of long-form content, including web articles, YouTube videos, and local documents.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Multi-Source Summarization: Processes URLs, local files, and YouTube links through a unified interface.
  • Transcript Extraction: Offers best-effort transcript extraction for video content without requiring external heavy-duty downloaders.
  • Use Case: Use this when you need to quickly understand the key points of a long research paper, a technical blog post, or a lengthy video tutorial without watching or reading the entire source.

Quick Start

Use the summarize skill to generate a concise summary of the article at https://example.com using the default model.

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 whole thing?

To summarize a YouTube video without watching it, the skill performs best-effort transcript extraction and uses an LLM to distill the content into actionable insights and key takeaways. This allows rapid information synthesis from lengthy video tutorials.

Can I extract key points from a local PDF file?

Yes, you can extract key points from a local PDF file. The skill processes local files alongside URLs and video transcripts through a unified interface, providing AI-powered summarization of long-form documents like research papers.

What is the best way to summarize web articles from blocked sources?

The best way to summarize web articles from blocked sources is to use configurable LLM backends with optional web-crawling services. This ensures high-quality output and rapid information synthesis from complex or restricted URLs.

Does transcript extraction work for all video formats?

Transcript extraction operates on a best-effort basis and does not require external heavy-duty downloaders. It focuses on facilitating rapid information synthesis across supported video content formats like YouTube links.

How do I get actionable insights from a lengthy technical blog post?

You get actionable insights from a lengthy technical blog post by submitting the URL to the skill. It leverages AI to process the web content, providing a concise summary of the key points without requiring you to read the entire source.