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transcribe

Transcribe video content from URLs into text using yt-dlp and faster-whisper.

Updated Apr 28, 2026
Search Tags:#video processing#video analysis#speech to text#video transcription#content accessibility
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/juanpvh/move-skills-claude-codex --skill transcribe-juanpvh
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: transcribe
Source: https://github.com/juanpvh/move-skills-claude-codex/tree/main/plugins/youtube-ratos/skills/transcribe
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/juanpvh/move-skills-claude-codex --skill transcribe-juanpvh

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires yt-dlp, faster-whisper, ffmpeg, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies the process of transcribing video content from various platforms into text, eliminating the need for manual transcription.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Video Transcription: Transcribe videos from YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and over 1000 other platforms into text.
  • No External API: Performs the entire process on your machine, ensuring privacy and avoiding reliance on external APIs.
  • Use Case: Quickly transcribe a YouTube video or an Instagram reel into text for easier reference or accessibility.

Quick Start

Use the /transcribe command followed by the URL of the video you want to transcribe.

Frequently Asked Questions about transcribe

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I transcribe a YouTube video into text locally?▼

To transcribe a YouTube video into text locally, this Skill downloads the video using yt-dlp and performs speech-to-text transcription using faster-whisper directly on your machine.

Can I transcribe Instagram reels and TikTok videos without an external API?▼

Yes, you can transcribe Instagram reels and TikTok videos without an external API because the entire speech-to-text process runs locally using faster-whisper and ffmpeg on your own machine.

What dependencies do I need to run automated video transcription?▼

You need yt-dlp, faster-whisper, and ffmpeg installed in your environment to run automated video transcription and process video content from over 1000 platforms.

Is local speech-to-text processing better for content accessibility than cloud APIs?▼

Local speech-to-text processing ensures privacy and avoids external API reliance while converting video content into text, making it a strong choice for content accessibility when data security is a priority.

Does faster-whisper support video analysis for platforms other than YouTube?▼

Yes, faster-whisper handles video analysis and transcription for over 1000 platforms, as yt-dlp manages the video downloading across diverse sites before the speech-to-text conversion begins.

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