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youtube-downloader

Download YouTube videos in specified quality and format using yt-dlp.

42|12|Updated Jan 18, 2026
Search Tags:#video#youtube#yt-dlp#audio#download#command-line#format
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/frostant/awesome-claude-skills --skill youtube-downloader-frostant
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: youtube-downloader
Source: https://github.com/frostant/awesome-claude-skills/tree/main/video-downloader
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/frostant/awesome-claude-skills --skill youtube-downloader-frostant

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill enables offline access to YouTube content by downloading videos with configurable quality and format options.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Quality control: choose best, 1080p, 720p, 480p, 360p, or worst to fit bandwidth or storage.
  • Format flexibility: output as mp4, webm, or mkv; audio-only MP3 when needed.
  • Use case: save a single video for offline viewing or extract audio for podcasts.

Quick Start

Run the download script with a YouTube URL to save the video in your chosen format.

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 for offline viewing in a specific format like mp4?▼

You can download YouTube videos by running the script with a URL and selecting a format like mp4, webm, or mkv. It automatically uses yt-dlp to save the file for offline viewing.

Can I extract audio from a YouTube video as an MP3 file?▼

Yes, you can configure the output to audio-only MP3 format. This allows you to extract audio tracks from YouTube videos directly for offline listening or podcast creation.

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

Available YouTube download quality options include best, 1080p, 720p, 480p, 360p, and worst. You can choose a resolution to fit your available bandwidth or storage constraints.

Do I need to manually install yt-dlp to download YouTube videos?▼

No, you do not need to manually install yt-dlp. The download process automatically installs the yt-dlp dependency if it is missing from your environment before saving the video.

What is the best way to save a 720p YouTube video to a local directory?▼

The best way to save a 720p YouTube video is to provide the URL and select 720p as the quality target. The video is then downloaded and saved to the default output directory.

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