videos-search

Search videos via the Brave Search API with metadata and filters.

164|11|Updated Jan 30, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/brave/brave-search-skills --skill videos-search
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: videos-search
Source: https://github.com/brave/brave-search-skills/tree/main/skills/videos-search
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/brave/brave-search-skills --skill videos-search

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows users to efficiently search for videos across the web, providing detailed information such as title, URL, thumbnail, duration, view count, and creator.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Video Search: Find videos based on a query.
  • Metadata Retrieval: Obtain rich details about each video.
  • Filtering: Supports freshness filters, SafeSearch, and pagination.
  • Use Case: Find the latest Python tutorials published in the past week, including their duration and creator, to aid in learning.

Quick Start

Search for videos related to 'machine learning explained' and retrieve up to 20 results, filtering for content from the past month.

Frequently Asked Questions about videos-search

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I search for videos and get metadata like view count and duration?

You can search for videos and get metadata by submitting a query to retrieve results containing the title, URL, thumbnail, duration, view count, and creator for each video found.

Can I filter video search results to only show content from the past week?

Yes, you can filter video search results by freshness to target content published within a specific timeframe, such as the past week or month, ensuring you retrieve the most recent videos.

Does the video search support SafeSearch settings and pagination?

The video search supports SafeSearch settings to filter explicit content and pagination to retrieve targeted results, allowing you to navigate through multiple pages of video metadata efficiently.

What is the best way to find specific video tutorials using a search API?

The best way to find specific video tutorials is to use a search query with advanced filtering, returning rich metadata like duration and creator to help you evaluate the relevance of the video content.

How many video search results can I retrieve in a single query?

You can retrieve up to 20 video search results in a single query by utilizing the pagination feature, which provides rich metadata including URLs, thumbnails, and view counts for each video.