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transcriptapi

Fetch YouTube video transcripts and search videos and channels via TranscriptAPI.com.

Updated Jan 31, 2026
Search Tags:#transcript#summarization#api#search#youtube#video data
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/dexhunter/Logi-Lobsterism --skill transcriptapi-dexhunter
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: transcriptapi
Source: https://github.com/dexhunter/Logi-Lobsterism/tree/main/skills/transcriptapi
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/dexhunter/Logi-Lobsterism --skill transcriptapi-dexhunter

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides programmatic access to YouTube video transcripts and metadata, enabling automated analysis, summarization, and content discovery.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Fetch Transcripts: Retrieve full transcripts for any YouTube video, with optional timestamps and metadata.
  • Search Videos & Channels: Find relevant YouTube videos or channels based on search queries.
  • Browse Channel Content: List all uploads for a given channel or videos within a playlist.
  • Use Case: Automatically download and summarize the key points from a YouTube tutorial video to create a quick study guide.

Quick Start

Use the transcriptapi skill to get the transcript for the YouTube video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQw4w9WgXcQ.

Frequently Asked Questions about transcriptapi

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I fetch a YouTube video transcript programmatically?▼

To fetch a YouTube video transcript programmatically, you can use this Skill to retrieve the full transcript of any YouTube video via the TranscriptAPI.com service. Simply provide the YouTube URL or video ID to get the text, with optional timestamps and metadata included.

Can I search for YouTube channels and videos by keyword?▼

Yes, you can search for YouTube channels and videos by keyword. This Skill enables finding relevant YouTube videos or channels based on specific search queries, allowing you to programmatically discover content across the platform.

Do I need an API key to retrieve YouTube video data?▼

Yes, you need an API key to retrieve YouTube video data. This Skill operates via the TranscriptAPI.com service and requires a TRANSCRIPT_API_KEY environment variable for authentication before you can fetch transcripts or search for content.

How do I list all uploads for a specific YouTube channel?▼

To list all uploads for a specific YouTube channel, you can use this Skill to browse channel content programmatically. It enables listing all uploads for a given channel or retrieving videos within a specific playlist.

Can I get timestamps along with my YouTube transcripts?▼

Yes, you can get timestamps along with your YouTube transcripts. When using this Skill to fetch video transcripts via the TranscriptAPI.com service, it provides optional timestamps and metadata alongside the full transcript text.

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