youtube-chapters

Generate chapter titles and timestamps for YouTube videos using ai-chapters.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/rajshah4/my-agent-skills --skill youtube-chapters
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: youtube-chapters
Source: https://github.com/rajshah4/my-agent-skills/tree/main/skills/youtube-chapters
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/rajshah4/my-agent-skills --skill youtube-chapters

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill automates the generation of structured chapter markers and timestamps for YouTube videos, saving creators hours of manual outlining.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Chapter generation: Create accurate chapter titles with timestamps for video descriptions and SEO.
  • Video planning: Produce outlines for long-form videos to guide editing and scripting.
  • Use Case: For a 45-minute lecture, generate a complete chapter list with start times to publish a detailed description.

Quick Start

ai-chapters https://youtu.be/VIDEO_ID

Frequently Asked Questions about youtube-chapters

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I auto-generate YouTube chapters with timestamps for video descriptions?

You can auto-generate YouTube chapters with timestamps by running the ai-chapters CLI tool with a YouTube video URL to produce structured chapter titles and start times for descriptions and SEO.

Can I create a video outline for a long-form lecture using automated timestamps?

Yes, automated timestamps can create a video outline for a long-form lecture. The tool processes the video to produce a complete chapter list with start times to guide editing and scripting.

Do I need a GEMINI_API_KEY to generate AI chapters for YouTube videos?

Yes, generating AI chapters requires a GEMINI_API_KEY. You also need the ai-chapters CLI installed and the hamel_tools Python package configured in your environment.

What is the best way to structure video outlines for SEO using AI?

The best way to structure video outlines for SEO using AI is to generate accurate chapter titles with timestamps, which provides a detailed description that improves search visibility and viewer navigation.

Does the ai-chapters CLI work with any YouTube video URL?

The ai-chapters CLI works with YouTube video URLs passed as an argument. You provide the video link, and the skill outputs chapter titles and timestamps for your content planning and SEO needs.