whisper

Transcribe and translate multilingual audio into text using OpenAI Whisper.

Updated May 3, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Yangel-hide/video-production-planner-agent --skill whisper-yangel-hide
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: whisper
Source: https://github.com/Yangel-hide/video-production-planner-agent/tree/main/optional-skills/mlops/whisper
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Yangel-hide/video-production-planner-agent --skill whisper-yangel-hide

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Transcribe and translate audio across 99 languages with high accuracy, enabling automated documentation, captions, and multilingual transcripts without manual transcription.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Multilingual transcription: transcribe audio in 99 languages with optional translation to English.
  • Language identification: detect and label the language of the input audio.
  • Model versatility: choose from six model sizes (tiny to large) to balance speed, memory, and accuracy.
  • Practical uses: podcast transcription, meeting notes, accessibility captions, and multilingual audio processing.

Quick Start

Load a Whisper model and call transcribe on your audio file to generate text.

Frequently Asked Questions about whisper

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I transcribe multilingual podcast audio to text?

OpenAI Whisper transcribes multilingual podcast audio to text by loading a model and calling transcribe on your audio file. It supports 99 languages and handles noisy environments effectively.

Can I use speech recognition to translate audio to English?

Yes, you can use speech recognition to translate audio to English by enabling Whisper's optional translation feature. It identifies the source language and outputs translated English text.

Does multilingual speech-to-text work for meeting notes in noisy environments?

Multilingual speech-to-text works for meeting notes in noisy environments using Whisper's robust acoustic models. It accurately transcribes audio across 99 languages for automated meeting documentation.

What is the best way to balance speed and accuracy for audio transcription?

The best way to balance speed and accuracy for audio transcription is selecting from Whisper's six model sizes, ranging from tiny to large. Smaller models optimize speed, while larger models maximize accuracy.

Do I need a GPU for OpenAI Whisper speech recognition processing?

You do not strictly need a GPU for OpenAI Whisper speech recognition, as it supports CPU acceleration. However, utilizing a GPU significantly improves processing speed, particularly when running larger models.

How does language identification work in multilingual audio processing?

Language identification in multilingual audio processing works by analyzing acoustic features to detect and label the spoken language automatically. Whisper uses this to transcribe audio across 99 languages accurately.