summarize

Generate concise summaries from web pages, PDFs, and videos.

8|1|Updated Apr 13, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Tugoukezhang/workbuddy-skills --skill summarize-tugoukezhang
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: summarize
Source: https://github.com/Tugoukezhang/workbuddy-skills/tree/main/skills/summarize
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Tugoukezhang/workbuddy-skills --skill summarize-tugoukezhang

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Summarize long content into quick, digestible takeaways for faster insights and decision making.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Summarizes web pages, PDFs, and videos into concise text.
  • Generates summaries suitable for research briefs, emails, or notes.
  • Use case: Quickly extract a 5-line summary of an article to share with teammates.

Quick Start

Summarize a URL or file path to produce a concise summary in seconds.

Frequently Asked Questions about summarize

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I summarize a web page or PDF into a short brief?

To summarize a web page or PDF, you provide the URL or file path to generate a concise text summary. This process extracts key takeaways from documents and web pages, creating digestible research briefs or notes in seconds.

Can I extract a summary from a YouTube video?

Yes, you can extract a summary from YouTube videos and other media sources. The summarization process supports video content, converting long media into concise text suitable for quick insights and decision making.

How do I generate JSON output when summarizing documents?

You can generate JSON output when summarizing documents by configuring the summarization process for plain text or JSON results. This allows structured data extraction from URLs and PDFs for automated content curation workflows.

Does the summarize Skill work with CLI for automating content curation?

Yes, the summarize Skill supports CLI usage for automating content curation. You can process URLs, PDFs, and media sources directly from the command line to generate automated research briefs and quick summaries.

What is the best way to summarize long articles for research?

The best way to summarize long articles for research is using an automated summarization tool that processes URLs and documents. It condenses lengthy web pages and PDFs into 5-line summaries, extracting core insights for faster decision making.

Are there limitations when summarizing media and video sources?

When summarizing media and video sources, the process generates concise text but may not capture all visual context. It is designed for extracting digestible takeaways from URLs and documents, focusing on quick insights rather than detailed frame-by-frame analysis.