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Retrieves YouTube video transcripts via the TranscriptAPI service.

497|54|Updated Feb 1, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ZeroPointRepo/youtube-skills --skill transcript-zeropointrepo
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Skill: transcript
Source: https://github.com/ZeroPointRepo/youtube-skills/tree/main/clawhub/transcript
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ZeroPointRepo/youtube-skills --skill transcript-zeropointrepo

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows you to access and process the spoken content of any YouTube video, making it searchable, summarizable, and translatable.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Transcript Retrieval: Get the full text transcript of a YouTube video.
  • Content Analysis: Use transcripts for summarization, research, or extracting quotes.
  • Use Case: You need to summarize a long YouTube lecture for a report. Use this Skill to get the transcript and then ask your AI to provide a concise summary.

Quick Start

Get the transcript for the YouTube video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQw4w9WgXcQ.

Frequently Asked Questions about transcript

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I get a transcript from a YouTube video for content analysis?

To get a YouTube video transcript, this Skill retrieves the full spoken text using the TranscriptAPI service via HTTP requests. You can then process the extracted text for summarization, research, or quotation extraction.

Can I summarize a long YouTube lecture using its transcript?

Yes, you can summarize a long YouTube lecture by retrieving its transcript. Once the text is extracted via the TranscriptAPI, you can pass it to your AI to generate a concise summary for reports or quick review.

Do I need an API key to retrieve YouTube video transcripts?

Yes, you need a valid API key for authentication to retrieve YouTube video transcripts. The Skill operates by making HTTP requests to the TranscriptAPI endpoint, which requires this key to authorize access.

What's the best way to extract quotes from a YouTube video?

The best way to extract quotes is to retrieve the video's full text transcript using the TranscriptAPI. Once the spoken content is converted to text, you can easily search and pull specific quotations for your research.

Does this transcript retrieval tool work with any YouTube video?

This tool retrieves transcripts from YouTube videos by requesting data from the TranscriptAPI service. It is designed to unlock video content for text-based analysis, provided the target video has accessible audio transcriptions.

Why do I need a transcript for video content analysis?

You need a transcript to make video audio searchable, summarizable, and translatable. Converting spoken content into text allows you to efficiently analyze video information without watching the entire video.