youtube-playlist

Browse YouTube playlist videos and fetch transcripts via TranscriptAPI.com.

497|54|Updated Feb 1, 2026

Search Tags:#video #youtube #content analysis #transcripts #browsing #playlist

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/ZeroPointRepo/youtube-skills --skill youtube-playlist

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: youtube-playlist
Source: https://github.com/ZeroPointRepo/youtube-skills/tree/main/clawhub/youtube-playlist
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ZeroPointRepo/youtube-skills --skill youtube-playlist

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires node, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps users easily explore the contents of YouTube playlists and retrieve transcripts for individual videos within them, streamlining content discovery and analysis.

Core Features & Use Cases

Playlist Browsing: View all videos within a given YouTube playlist, including titles, channel information, and view counts.
Transcript Retrieval: Fetch transcripts for specific videos from a playlist, with options for text format and timestamps.
Use Case: A user wants to understand the key takeaways from a curated educational playlist on a specific topic. They can use this Skill to list all videos and then get the transcript for any video that seems particularly relevant.

Quick Start

List all videos in the YouTube playlist with the URL https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_PLAYLIST_ID.

Frequently Asked Questions about youtube-playlist

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I get transcripts for videos in a YouTube playlist?▼

To get YouTube playlist transcripts, you provide the playlist URL to fetch a list of videos, then request the transcript for specific videos via TranscriptAPI.com. This returns the text format with optional timestamps for your selected videos.

Do I need a TranscriptAPI key to fetch video transcripts from playlists?▼

Yes, you need a valid TranscriptAPI key to authenticate and fetch video transcripts. The Skill's Node.js scripts utilize this key to interact with the API and retrieve text from YouTube videos within the playlist.

Can I browse YouTube playlist contents and see video view counts?▼

Yes, you can browse YouTube playlist contents to view all included videos. The Skill retrieves and displays video titles, channel information, and view counts, allowing you to assess the playlist before fetching transcripts.

What is the best way to analyze the contents of an educational YouTube playlist?▼

The best way to analyze an educational YouTube playlist is to list all videos using the playlist URL, review the titles and view counts, and then fetch the transcripts for the most relevant videos to extract key takeaways.

Does this YouTube transcript retrieval Skill require Node.js?▼

Yes, this Skill requires Node.js to run its scripts for API authentication and interaction. You must have Node.js installed in your environment to execute the playlist browsing and transcript retrieval processes.

Why does my YouTube playlist transcript request fail to return video text?▼

Your YouTube playlist transcript request may fail if the TranscriptAPI key is missing or invalid, or if Node.js is not properly installed. Ensure both dependencies are correctly configured to authenticate and fetch transcripts successfully.