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youtube-transcript

Fetch YouTube video transcripts from a video ID or URL.

10|2|Updated Jan 12, 2026
Search Tags:#transcript#analysis#video#youtube#summarize#caption
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/canvascoding/canvas-notebook --skill youtube-transcript-canvascoding
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: youtube-transcript
Source: https://github.com/canvascoding/canvas-notebook/tree/main/seed_skills/youtube-transcript
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/canvascoding/canvas-notebook --skill youtube-transcript-canvascoding

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Fetch transcripts from YouTube videos to enable quick summaries, quotes, and reference without manual transcription.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Transcript retrieval: fetches auto-generated or human-provided captions for any YouTube video.
  • Quick analysis: supports summarization, quote extraction, and context review without watching the video.
  • Use Case: gather video content for research reports or content planning by turning captions into structured notes.

Quick Start

Run the transcript script with a YouTube video ID or URL to retrieve the transcript.

Frequently Asked Questions about youtube-transcript

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I get a YouTube transcript without watching the video?▼

To get a YouTube transcript without watching the video, provide the video ID or URL to fetch auto-generated or human-provided captions. This enables quick content review and reference without manual transcription.

Can I extract quotes and summaries from YouTube video captions automatically?▼

Yes, you can extract quotes and generate summaries from YouTube video captions. By retrieving the transcript text, you can perform quick analysis and structured content review without watching the original video.

Do I need a YouTube API key to fetch video transcripts?▼

No, you do not need a YouTube API key to fetch video transcripts. The retrieval process relies on the youtube-transcript-plus package, allowing you to access captions directly without API authentication.

Does the transcript fetcher work with auto-generated captions?▼

Yes, the transcript fetcher works with auto-generated captions as well as manually provided human captions. It retrieves available text for any YouTube video to support summarization and research.

What is the best way to gather YouTube video content for research notes?▼

The best way to gather YouTube video content for research notes is fetching the transcript via URL or video ID. This converts video captions into structured text for quick analysis and reference.

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