video-download

Name: video-download
Availability: InStock
Author: het8802

Automate video, audio, subtitle, and metadata downloads using yt-dlp.

3|1|Updated May 29, 2026

Search Tags:#video download #YouTube #audio download #metadata retrieval #subtitles download

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/het8802/OpenNolan --skill video-download-het8802

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: video-download
Source: https://github.com/het8802/OpenNolan/tree/main/.agents/skills/video-download
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/het8802/OpenNolan --skill video-download-het8802

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill solves the issue of manually downloading videos, audio, subtitles, and metadata from various sites by automating the process with yt-dlp.

Core Features & Use Cases

Universal Video Downloading: Extracts video and audio from URLs using yt-dlp.
Subtitle Download: Retrieves subtitles from videos.
Metadata Extraction: Retrieves video metadata without downloading the file.
Use Case: If you need to download a video for offline viewing, extract audio, download subtitles, or gather metadata, this skill simplifies the process.

Quick Start

Use the video-download skill to download the highest quality video from this URL.

Frequently Asked Questions about video-download

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I download YouTube videos for offline viewing?▼

To download YouTube videos for offline viewing, you can use this Skill to automate the extraction of video files from URLs. It fetches the highest quality video from YouTube and over 1000 other sites.

Can I extract audio and subtitles from a video URL?▼

Yes, you can extract audio and download subtitles directly from a video URL. This Skill handles audio-only downloads and retrieves available subtitle files for your media library.

How do I retrieve video metadata without downloading the file?▼

You can retrieve video metadata without downloading the file by using this Skill's metadata extraction feature. It gathers the video information automatically, saving bandwidth and time.

Do I need yt-dlp and ffmpeg to download video and audio?▼

Yes, you need yt-dlp and ffmpeg installed to download video and audio. This Skill automates the download process by relying on yt-dlp for extraction and ffmpeg for media processing.

What is the best way to automate downloading videos from multiple sites?▼

The best way to automate downloading videos from multiple sites is using this Skill, which leverages yt-dlp to handle URLs from over 1000 platforms for content creation or education.

Why does my video download fail on certain sites?▼

A video download may fail if the site is unsupported by yt-dlp or if ffmpeg is missing. This Skill works across 1000+ sites, but limitations exist for heavily restricted platforms.