youtube-downloader

Download YouTube videos and audio using yt-dlp with configurable formats.

5|Updated Feb 26, 2026

Search Tags:#video #youtube #yt-dlp #audio #download #mp3

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/lidge-jun/cli-jaw-skills --skill youtube-downloader-lidge-jun

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: youtube-downloader
Source: https://github.com/lidge-jun/cli-jaw-skills/tree/main/video-downloader
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/lidge-jun/cli-jaw-skills --skill youtube-downloader-lidge-jun

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows users to download YouTube videos and audio with customizable quality and format options, saving them the hassle of finding download tools or dealing with complex interfaces.

Core Features & Use Cases

Video Downloads: Download YouTube videos in various resolutions and formats.
Audio Downloads: Extract audio from videos and save it as MP3.
Customization: Control quality, format, and output directory.
Use Case: A user wants to download a lecture video from YouTube for offline viewing, specifying 720p quality and MP4 format.

Quick Start

Download the YouTube video from the provided URL in the best available quality.

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 audio file?▼

To download a YouTube video as an MP3 audio file, this Skill extracts audio using yt-dlp and saves it directly as an MP3. You simply provide the video URL and specify audio-only format to get your audio download.

Can I download YouTube videos in 720p MP4 format?▼

Yes, you can download YouTube videos in 720p MP4 format. This Skill allows configurable quality and format options, supporting MP4, WebM, and MKV video downloads at your preferred resolution.

Do I need to install yt-dlp manually before downloading videos?▼

No, you do not need to install yt-dlp manually. This Skill handles the automatic installation of the yt-dlp dependency if it is not already present on your system before downloading YouTube videos.

What is the best way to save YouTube video downloads to a specific folder?▼

The best way to save YouTube video downloads to a specific folder is by using this Skill's configurable output path option. You specify the desired output directory before starting the video or audio download.

Does this YouTube downloader support WebM and MKV video formats?▼

Yes, this YouTube downloader supports WebM and MKV video formats. It uses yt-dlp to download videos and allows you to customize the output format across MP4, WebM, and MKV containers.