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youtube-downloader

Download YouTube videos as local files with selectable quality and format.

Updated Dec 21, 2025
Search Tags:#youtube#yt-dlp#video download#audio extraction#mp3#format conversion
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ai-wes/glassbox-operator --skill youtube-downloader-ai-wes
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: youtube-downloader
Source: https://github.com/ai-wes/glassbox-operator/tree/main/awesome-claude-skills/video-downloader
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ai-wes/glassbox-operator --skill youtube-downloader-ai-wes

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill removes the friction of saving YouTube videos by letting you choose the quality, container format, or audio-only output you need.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Quality Control: Pick best, 1080p, 720p, 480p, 360p, or worst to match bandwidth and storage limits.
  • Format Flexibility: Export video as mp4, webm, or mkv, or extract MP3 audio when you only need sound.
  • Practical Use Cases: Save a tutorial for offline viewing, archive a clip in a compatible format, or pull audio from a lecture for later listening.

Quick Start

Ask the skill to download the YouTube video from your URL in your preferred quality, format, and output folder.

Frequently Asked Questions about youtube-downloader

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I download a YouTube video as an MP3 file?▼

To download a YouTube video as an MP3 file, you can request audio-only extraction from the provided URL. The skill uses yt-dlp to pull and save the audio track directly to your specified output directory.

What video quality options are available when saving YouTube videos?▼

When saving YouTube videos, you can select from best, 1080p, 720p, 480p, 360p, or worst quality. This allows you to match the downloaded file to your specific bandwidth and storage constraints.

Can I convert YouTube videos to mp4 or webm formats?▼

Yes, you can convert and save YouTube videos into mp4, webm, or mkv container formats. The tool inspects metadata and merges streams to export the video in your chosen format.

How do I extract audio from a YouTube lecture for offline listening?▼

You can extract audio from a YouTube lecture for offline listening by providing the URL and selecting the audio-only output option. This bypasses video downloading to quickly save the sound track.

Does this tool support downloading entire YouTube playlists?▼

No, this tool does not support downloading entire YouTube playlists. It is designed to skip playlists and focuses exclusively on downloading single videos for offline viewing and archiving.

How do I specify the output folder when downloading YouTube videos?▼

To specify the output folder when downloading YouTube videos, simply include your desired directory path in the request. The skill saves the final merged video or audio file to that configurable location.

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