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youtube-downloader

Download YouTube videos as mp4, webm, mkv, or MP3 with configurable quality.

Updated Mar 8, 2026
Search Tags:#video#quality#youtube#yt-dlp#audio#download#format
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/fycd2006/studio --skill youtube-downloader-fycd2006
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: youtube-downloader
Source: https://github.com/fycd2006/studio/tree/main/.agents/skills/youtube-downloader
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/fycd2006/studio --skill youtube-downloader-fycd2006

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

Download YouTube videos with configurable quality and format options, reducing manual downloads and enabling offline viewing.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Quality control: choose best, 1080p, 720p, 480p, 360p, or worst to fit bandwidth and device.
  • Format options: output as mp4, webm, or mkv, with an optional audio-only MP3 download.
  • Use Case: Save a video for offline viewing or integrate the downloader into automation workflows.

Quick Start

Provide a YouTube URL and optional quality and format to download the video.

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 in 1080p quality?▼

To download a YouTube video in 1080p, provide the video URL and specify '1080p' as the quality. The tool fetches the video and saves it to the default output directory in your chosen format.

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

Yes, you can extract audio only from a YouTube video as an MP3 file. Specify MP3 as the output format when providing the URL to download just the audio track.

Does the downloader support YouTube playlists?▼

No, the downloader skips playlists by default and only applies to single-video downloads. Playlists are excluded unless explicitly requested, focusing on individual video retrieval.

What video formats can I save downloaded YouTube videos in?▼

You can save downloaded YouTube videos in MP4, WebM, or MKV formats. These options allow compatibility with various media players and offline viewing setups.

Do I need to manually install yt-dlp to use this downloader?▼

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

Why does my YouTube video download default to a specific output directory?▼

Your YouTube video download defaults to the /mnt/user-data/outputs directory to ensure files are saved in a standard accessible location. You can retrieve the downloaded media files directly from there.

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