xs:youtube-notes

Fetches YouTube subtitles and generates structured notes with summaries and key points.

136|14|Updated Feb 15, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/karaage0703/ai-assistant-workspace --skill xs-youtube-notes
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: xs:youtube-notes
Source: https://github.com/karaage0703/ai-assistant-workspace/tree/main/skills/youtube-notes
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/karaage0703/ai-assistant-workspace --skill xs-youtube-notes

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the process of extracting information from YouTube videos, saving users time by providing concise summaries and structured notes.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automatic Transcript Fetching: Retrieves subtitles directly from YouTube videos.
  • Structured Note Generation: Organizes video content into a clear, readable format including summaries, key points, and definitions.
  • Use Case: A student needs to quickly understand the key takeaways from a 1-hour lecture video on YouTube. They can use this Skill to get a structured summary and important points without watching the entire video.

Quick Start

Use the youtube-notes skill to summarize the video at the provided YouTube URL.

Frequently Asked Questions about xs:youtube-notes

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I get structured notes from a YouTube video?

YouTube video summarization automatically fetches subtitles and generates structured notes. This Skill retrieves transcripts and organizes them into clear summaries and key points for quick information retrieval.

Can I summarize a 1-hour YouTube lecture without watching the whole video?

Yes, you can summarize educational YouTube lectures without watching them entirely. The Skill fetches available subtitles and extracts key takeaways, saving time during research and content consumption.

Do I need yt-dlp and youtube_transcript_api to extract YouTube video summaries?

Yes, fetching YouTube video transcripts requires yt-dlp and youtube_transcript_api. These dependencies handle data acquisition and text processing to retrieve subtitles directly from the video URL.

What's the best way to extract key points from YouTube video presentations?

The best way to extract key points from YouTube presentations is using automated transcript fetching. This Skill organizes video content into a readable format including summaries, key points, and definitions.

Why does YouTube video transcription fail on some videos?

YouTube video transcription fails when videos lack available subtitles. Because this Skill relies on fetching existing subtitles via youtube_transcript_api, videos without captions cannot be summarized.

Does this YouTube note generation tool work for research summarization?

Yes, YouTube note generation supports research summarization. It automates extracting information from video lectures or presentations, providing concise summaries and structured notes for quick retrieval.