summarize

Summarize URLs, transcripts, and local files with configurable length and JSON output.

Updated Mar 11, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/x402agent/NanoSolana --skill summarize-x402agent
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: summarize
Source: https://github.com/x402agent/NanoSolana/tree/main/skills/summarize
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/x402agent/NanoSolana --skill summarize-x402agent

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Summarize or extract text from URLs, transcripts, and local files to quickly understand content without reading long passages.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • URL and web content: quickly generate a concise summary from any webpage or YouTube transcript.
  • Local files: summarize PDFs, documents, and other files without manual copying.
  • Flexible modeling: choose different summary scopes and formats with optional flags like --length, --extract-only, and --json.
  • Use Case: a researcher can skim hundreds of articles by generating brief summaries and extracting key points.

Quick Start

Run summarize "https://example.com" to generate a summary of the page content.

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 transcript without watching the entire video?

To summarize a YouTube video transcript, run the summarize command with the video URL. It extracts the transcript and generates a concise content overview, enabling quick skimming without watching the full video.

Can I summarize local PDF files and documents directly from the CLI?

Yes, you can summarize local files like PDFs and documents directly from the CLI. The tool processes local file paths to generate concise summaries, eliminating the need to manually copy and paste text.

What is the best way to extract key points from multiple web pages for research?

The best way to extract key points from web pages is using the --extract-only flag. This allows researchers to skim hundreds of articles by extracting text and generating brief summaries without reading long passages.

Does the summarize CLI tool support JSON output for automated workflows?

Yes, the summarize CLI supports JSON output for automated workflows. By using the --json flag, you can get structured summary data, and the --length flag allows you to configure the summary scope for different formats.

Do I need a specific binary installed to summarize URLs and files?

You need a brew-installed summarize binary available in your environment to summarize URLs and files. The CLI-based workflow relies on this binary to process web pages, transcripts, and local documents effectively.