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video-info-extractor

Extract YouTube video metadata without downloading content.

25|5|Updated Dec 24, 2025
Search Tags:#youtube#yt-dlp#metadata-extraction#video-info#video-metadata#download-precheck#format-list
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/buda-ai/bunny-agent --skill video-info-extractor
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: video-info-extractor
Source: https://github.com/buda-ai/bunny-agent/tree/main/templates/shortsdrone-agent/.claude/skills/video-info-extractor
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/buda-ai/bunny-agent --skill video-info-extractor

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill enables you to quickly obtain comprehensive metadata for YouTube videos without downloading them, helping you decide whether to proceed with a download or further processing.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Get Video Metadata: Title, duration, upload date, channel, description, and view statistics.
  • List Available Formats: Provides the range of video and audio formats and qualities.
  • Channel & Upload Details: Retrieve creator information and engagement indicators to inform decisions such as licensing or rights checks.
  • Use Case: Before downloading a video, you can verify its duration and available formats to plan the best extraction strategy.

Quick Start

Use the skill to inspect a YouTube URL and obtain its metadata.

Frequently Asked Questions about video-info-extractor

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I get YouTube video metadata without downloading the content?▼

To get YouTube video metadata without downloading, this skill uses yt-dlp to retrieve title, duration, description, channels, and available formats, outputting a structured JSON summary to inform your download decisions.

Can I list available video and audio formats on YouTube before downloading?▼

Yes, you can list available YouTube formats before downloading. The skill identifies all video and audio quality options from the source, allowing you to assess quality and plan the best extraction strategy.

Does yt-dlp work for pre-download validation and quality assessment?▼

yt-dlp works for pre-download validation by fetching video metadata including upload dates, channels, and view statistics, enabling quality assessment and metadata-driven content curation without downloading files.

What's the best way to check YouTube video duration and channel details for licensing checks?▼

The best way to check YouTube video details for licensing checks is to extract metadata using yt-dlp, which retrieves creator information, upload dates, and engagement indicators to verify rights without downloading content.

How does the tool handle missing fields in YouTube video metadata?▼

The tool handles missing fields in YouTube video metadata gracefully by using Python JSON parsing to safely process extracted data, ensuring the structured summary remains intact even when certain video attributes are absent.

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