video-downloader

Automate video and audio downloads from YouTube using yt-dlp.

Updated Mar 14, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/CaptainPhantasy/floyd-v5 --skill video-downloader-captainphantasy
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: video-downloader
Source: https://github.com/CaptainPhantasy/floyd-v5/tree/main/extensibility/skills/media/video-downloader
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/CaptainPhantasy/floyd-v5 --skill video-downloader-captainphantasy

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill simplifies downloading videos and audio from YouTube and other platforms for offline viewing, archiving, or editing.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Download single videos, playlists, or batches
  • Choose quality levels (480p—4K)
  • Download audio-only (e.g., MP3)
  • Preserve basic metadata and thumbnails

Quick Start

Provide a video URL and desired format to start a download using yt-dlp.

Frequently Asked Questions about video-downloader

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I download YouTube videos for offline viewing with specific quality?

To download a YouTube video for offline viewing, provide the video URL and desired quality format. The skill uses yt-dlp to parse multiple formats, allowing you to select resolutions from 480p up to 4K.

Can I extract audio only from a video download as an MP3?

Yes, you can extract audio-only files such as MP3 from videos. By specifying an audio-only format, the download process will fetch and convert the audio track without the video stream.

Does yt-dlp support downloading entire playlists and preserving metadata?

Yes, yt-dlp supports downloading entire playlists or batches and can preserve basic metadata. You can configure the download to automatically embed thumbnails and metadata into the final offline files.

What is the best way to archive videos for personal content editing workflows?

The best way to archive videos for content editing is to batch download them at high quality while preserving metadata and thumbnails. This ensures you have local, high-resolution files with embedded thumbnails for editing workflows.

Do I need to install yt-dlp to parse multiple video formats?

Yes, you need yt-dlp installed to parse multiple video formats and automate the download. It serves as the underlying engine that handles extracting streams, audio, and metadata from YouTube and other platforms.