video-downloader

Download videos from YouTube and other platforms with quality and format options.

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One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Prat011/awesome-llm-skills --skill video-downloader-prat011
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: video-downloader
Source: https://github.com/Prat011/awesome-llm-skills/tree/main/video-downloader
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Prat011/awesome-llm-skills --skill video-downloader-prat011

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies downloading videos from YouTube and other platforms, enabling offline access, editing, or archival without hassle, saving you time and ensuring content availability.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Multi-platform Downloads: Fetches videos from YouTube and other platforms directly to your computer.
  • Quality & Format Control: Choose resolution (480p, 720p, 1080p, 4K) and format (MP4, WebM, audio-only MP3).
  • Use Case: Save a series of educational tutorials from YouTube to watch offline during your commute, or archive important webinars for future reference and repurposing.

Quick Start

Download this YouTube video: https://youtube.com/watch?v=...

Download this video in 1080p quality

Download the audio from this YouTube video as MP3

Frequently Asked Questions about video-downloader

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I download videos from YouTube for offline viewing?

Download videos from YouTube by providing the video URL, selecting your preferred quality (480p–4K) and format (MP4, WebM, or audio-only MP3), then save directly to your computer for offline access, editing, or archival.

Can I download entire YouTube playlists at once?

Yes, batch and playlist downloads are supported. Specify the playlist URL, choose quality and format options, and the Skill downloads all videos in the collection together while preserving metadata like titles and thumbnails.

What video formats and quality options are available?

Video format options include MP4 and WebM; quality ranges from 480p up to 4K. Audio-only extraction as MP3 is also available, letting you choose resolution and format based on your playback device and storage needs.

Can I extract audio from videos as MP3?

Yes, audio-only extraction converts YouTube videos to MP3 format, ideal for podcasts, educational content, or archival when video is not needed.

Does this work with platforms other than YouTube?

The Skill downloads videos from YouTube and other platforms, supporting multi-platform video acquisition for offline viewing, editing, research, and content-creation workflows.

What metadata is preserved when downloading videos?

Downloaded videos retain metadata including title, description, and thumbnail, enabling proper organization, identification, and future repurposing of archived content.