yt-dlp

Automate video and audio downloads and metadata extraction from websites.

6|3|Updated Apr 22, 2026

Search Tags:#video download #audio extraction #video processing #YouTube #metadata retrieval

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/lordmacu/nexo-rs --skill yt-dlp-lordmacu

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: yt-dlp
Source: https://github.com/lordmacu/nexo-rs/tree/main/skills/yt-dlp
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/lordmacu/nexo-rs --skill yt-dlp-lordmacu

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the download of videos, extraction of audio, and metadata retrieval from various websites, streamlining the process for users.

Core Features & Use Cases

Video and Audio Download: Download videos and audio from supported platforms.
Metadata Extraction: Fetch metadata such as title, duration, and channel information.
Use Case: Use this Skill to download a video from YouTube or extract audio from a video for later use.

Quick Start

Use the yt-dlp skill to download a video from YouTube by providing the video URL.

Frequently Asked Questions about yt-dlp

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I download videos and extract audio from YouTube and other sites?▼

To download videos and extract audio from YouTube, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok, you provide the media URL to automate the retrieval of video and audio files for content archiving.

Can I retrieve video metadata like title and duration without downloading the full file?▼

Yes, metadata extraction fetches details such as title, duration, and channel information from supported platforms without downloading the full media, suitable for media processing and information retrieval workflows.

Do I need to install yt-dlp to use this video download automation?▼

Yes, you need yt-dlp installed as a dependency, because this Skill requires yt-dlp to perform the actual media processing, video downloading, and audio extraction operations.

What sites are supported for video downloading and metadata extraction?▼

Video downloading and metadata extraction support YouTube, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, and other sites, streamlining the process of fetching media and channel information across various platforms.

What is the best way to automate media processing for content archiving?▼

Automating media processing for content archiving involves using a script to download videos and extract metadata from URLs, streamlining the retrieval of media files and information for later use.