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youtube-transcript

Extract YouTube video transcripts with or without timestamps from URLs or video IDs.

133|19|Updated Apr 29, 2026
Search Tags:#transcript#captions#youtube#timestamps#text-extraction#video-id
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/liangdabiao/llm-wiki --skill youtube-transcript-liangdabiao
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: youtube-transcript
Source: https://github.com/liangdabiao/llm-wiki/tree/main/.claude/skills/llm-wiki-skill/deps/youtube-transcript
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/liangdabiao/llm-wiki --skill youtube-transcript-liangdabiao

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires youtube-transcript-api>=1.0.0, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Transcribing YouTube videos manually is tedious and error-prone; this skill automates the extraction of transcripts, including or excluding timestamps, so you can quickly convert video content into searchable text.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Transcripts with or without timestamps from YouTube URLs or video IDs
  • Supports auto-generated captions when manual captions are unavailable
  • Use cases include accessibility, content analysis, and rapid summarization of video content

Quick Start

Provide a YouTube URL or video ID to fetch the transcript, and add --timestamps if you want the transcript with timestamps.

Frequently Asked Questions about youtube-transcript

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I extract YouTube transcripts with timestamps from a video URL?▼

To extract YouTube transcripts with timestamps, provide a video URL or ID and enable the timestamp option. The script processes the input to produce readable text synchronized with video timestamps.

Can I get captions for a YouTube video if manual subtitles are missing?▼

Yes, you can get captions when manual subtitles are missing because the extraction script supports fetching auto-generated captions to produce readable text output.

Does the youtube-transcript-api work with just a video ID instead of a full URL?▼

Yes, the youtube-transcript-api works with a video ID instead of a full URL. The script accepts both formats to extract transcripts and returns readable text.

What happens if I try to extract a transcript from an invalid YouTube video ID?▼

If you attempt extraction from an invalid YouTube video ID, the script handles the error by returning a clear error message instead of failing silently.

What is the best way to convert YouTube video content into searchable text for analysis?▼

The best way to convert video content into searchable text is using automated transcript extraction. It quickly generates text with or without timestamps for content analysis.

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