youtube-content

Fetch YouTube transcripts and convert them into chapters, summaries, threads, or blog content.

Updated Apr 16, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jacardl/New-Radar --skill youtube-content-jacardl
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: youtube-content
Source: https://github.com/jacardl/New-Radar/tree/main/backend/frameworks/hermes-agent/skills/media/youtube-content
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jacardl/New-Radar --skill youtube-content-jacardl

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires youtube-transcript-api, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Fetching and formatting YouTube transcripts manually is time-consuming; this skill automates retrieval and transforms transcripts into structured formats like chapters, summaries, threads, and blog posts.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Transcript extraction from YouTube videos via a lightweight script.
  • Content transformation into chapters, summaries, threads, and blog posts for easy consumption.
  • Use Case: When a user provides a YouTube URL, generate a chaptered outline and a short summary suitable for social or documentation.

Quick Start

Ask the AI to fetch a transcript for a YouTube URL and generate chapters, summaries, threads, or blog-ready content.

Frequently Asked Questions about youtube-content

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I convert a YouTube video transcript into a blog post or summary?

To convert a YouTube video transcript into a blog post or summary, you provide the video URL or ID to the Skill. It fetches the transcript via the youtube-transcript-api and formats the content into structured outputs like summaries, threads, or blog-ready text.

Can I get timestamped chapters from a YouTube transcript?

Yes, you can get timestamped chapters from a YouTube transcript. The Skill uses the youtube-transcript-api to fetch transcripts with timestamped output, allowing you to generate a chaptered outline for documentation or social media consumption.

Does the youtube-transcript-api support fetching transcripts in different languages?

Yes, the youtube-transcript-api supports language options for fetching transcripts. When you provide a YouTube URL or video ID, you can specify language preferences to retrieve and format the transcript content for your downstream tasks.

What is the best way to turn a YouTube URL into structured content automatically?

The best way to turn a YouTube URL into structured content automatically is using a script-based approach that fetches the transcript and transforms it. This Skill retrieves the transcript via a lightweight script and converts it into chapters, summaries, or threads.

Do I need a YouTube video ID or a full URL to fetch and format transcripts?

You can use either a full YouTube URL or a video ID to fetch and format transcripts. The Skill accepts both formats as input to retrieve the transcript through the youtube-transcript-api and generate the desired structured output.

Can I generate social media threads from a YouTube video transcript?

Yes, you can generate social media threads from a YouTube video transcript. The Skill extracts the transcript from the provided video URL and supports content transformation into threads, chapters, summaries, and blog posts.