summarize

Summarize web pages, local files, and YouTube videos via CLI.

26|9|Updated Mar 9, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Zerone-Agent/agent-use-skills --skill summarize-zerone-agent
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: summarize
Source: https://github.com/Zerone-Agent/agent-use-skills/tree/main/awesome-skills/skills/summarize
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Zerone-Agent/agent-use-skills --skill summarize-zerone-agent

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines information consumption by providing quick summaries of various content types, saving users time and effort in understanding key information.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • URL Summarization: Condense content from web links into concise summaries.
  • File Summarization: Extract and summarize text from local files (PDFs, etc.).
  • Video Summarization: Generate summaries from YouTube links.
  • Use Case: Quickly grasp the main points of a long article, a research paper PDF, or a lengthy YouTube tutorial without consuming the entire content.

Quick Start

Use the summarize skill to get a short 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 web page from a URL using a CLI?

To summarize a web page from a URL, you can use the summarize command-line interface tool to extract the content and generate a concise overview. This skill supports various content extraction methods to condense web links into quick summaries.

Can I extract and summarize text from local PDF files?

Yes, you can extract and summarize text from local PDF files. The summarize CLI tool processes local files, condensing lengthy documents like research papers into concise summaries to save information consumption time.

Does the summarize tool work with YouTube videos?

Yes, the summarize tool works with YouTube videos to generate summaries. By providing a YouTube link to the CLI, it extracts the video content and produces a concise overview of the main points without needing to watch the entire video.

What do I need to configure before using this summarization CLI?

Before using this summarization CLI, you need to install the summarize tool and configure API keys for your chosen LLM providers. This setup allows the command-line interface to integrate with models for generating summaries.

What are the limitations of using a CLI to summarize web pages and videos?

The main limitation is the dependency on external LLM API keys and the installation of the summarize CLI tool. Summarization quality depends on the chosen model integration and the content extraction methods available for the specific URL or file format.