youmind-youtube-transcript

Batch extract and summarize YouTube transcripts via the YouMind API.

68|7|Updated Mar 3, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/YouMind-OpenLab/skills --skill youmind-youtube-transcript
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Skill: youmind-youtube-transcript
Source: https://github.com/YouMind-OpenLab/skills/tree/main/skills/youmind-youtube-transcript
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/YouMind-OpenLab/skills --skill youmind-youtube-transcript

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill automates batch extraction and summarization of YouTube transcripts via the YouMind API, eliminating the need for yt-dlp and proxies and enabling server-side processing.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Batch process up to 5 YouTube videos to extract transcripts with timestamps
  • Auto-summarize transcripts and save results to a YouMind board
  • Works from any network/IP, enabling use in cloud, CI/CD, or restricted environments
  • Useful for research, content creation, and knowledge capture from video content

Quick Start

Paste a YouTube URL and I'll extract the transcript and summarize it.

Frequently Asked Questions about youmind-youtube-transcript

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I batch extract YouTube transcripts without yt-dlp?

You can batch extract YouTube transcripts without yt-dlp by using the YouMind API to fetch and compile video transcripts directly via server-side processing, eliminating the need for local dependencies or proxies.

Can I extract YouTube video transcripts in a restricted CI/CD environment?

Yes, extracting YouTube video transcripts in a restricted CI/CD environment is possible because the YouMind API works from any network or IP, allowing you to process videos in cloud or restricted server environments.

How many YouTube videos can I process at once for transcript extraction?

You can process up to 5 YouTube videos at once for batch transcript extraction, automatically fetching timestamps, compiling text, and summarizing the results to save to a YouMind board.

Do I need a specific API key configured to extract YouTube transcripts?

Yes, you need the YouMind CLI installed and a configured YOUMIND_API_KEY to authenticate requests, which uses createMaterialByUrl and getMaterial calls to fetch and compile video transcripts.

What is the best way to summarize multiple YouTube video transcripts?

The best way to summarize multiple YouTube video transcripts is using an automated batch workflow that extracts text via the YouMind API and generates summaries saved directly to a centralized board.