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video-transcript-downloader

Extracts transcripts, downloads media, and retrieves subtitles from video and audio sources using yt-dlp and ffmpeg.

8|4|Updated Jan 15, 2026
Search Tags:#transcript#video#subtitles#yt-dlp#audio#download
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jscraik/Agent-Skills --skill video-transcript-downloader-jscraik
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: video-transcript-downloader
Source: https://github.com/jscraik/Agent-Skills/tree/main/product/content/video-transcript-downloader
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jscraik/Agent-Skills --skill video-transcript-downloader-jscraik

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the extraction of transcripts, subtitles, audio, and video downloads from various online media sources, simplifying content retrieval and analysis.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Transcript Extraction: Get clean, paragraph-formatted transcripts or timestamped versions.
  • Media Downloads: Download video, audio, or subtitle files in desired formats.
  • Format Inspection: List available media formats for informed download choices.
  • Use Case: You need the spoken content from a lecture video for a research paper. Use this Skill to download the transcript directly into your project folder.

Quick Start

Use the video-transcript-downloader skill to get a transcript for the provided URL.

Frequently Asked Questions about video-transcript-downloader

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I download video transcripts and subtitles for content analysis?▼

To download video transcripts and subtitles, the Skill uses yt-dlp and ffmpeg to extract clean, paragraph-formatted text or timestamped versions from online media sources directly into your local folder.

Can I extract audio and video files in specific formats using yt-dlp?▼

Yes, you can extract audio and video files in specific formats. The Skill can inspect and list available media formats from the source, allowing you to make informed download choices for your desired output.

Do I need ffmpeg and yt-dlp installed to extract transcripts?▼

Yes, you need both yt-dlp and ffmpeg installed and accessible in your system's PATH to extract transcripts. These dependencies are required for the Skill to retrieve and process media files successfully.

What is the best way to get a clean text transcript from a lecture video?▼

The best way to get a clean text transcript from a lecture video is to use the Skill's transcript extraction feature, which automates retrieval and formats the spoken content into paragraphs for research or archival.

Why does my video transcript download fail with a PATH error?▼

Your video transcript download fails with a PATH error because yt-dlp and ffmpeg are not installed or accessible in your system's PATH. Ensure both dependencies are correctly configured before running the extraction.

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