yt

Fetch YouTube video transcripts, search videos, and retrieve channel uploads via API.

497|54|Updated Feb 1, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ZeroPointRepo/youtube-skills --skill yt-zeropointrepo
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: yt
Source: https://github.com/ZeroPointRepo/youtube-skills/tree/main/clawhub/yt
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ZeroPointRepo/youtube-skills --skill yt-zeropointrepo

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a quick and easy way to interact with YouTube content, whether it's getting video transcripts, searching for new videos, or finding the latest uploads from a specific channel.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Transcript Retrieval: Get the text transcript of any YouTube video.
  • Video Search: Search YouTube for videos based on a query.
  • Channel Updates: Fetch the latest videos uploaded by a specific YouTube channel.
  • Handle Resolution: Convert YouTube @handles to channel IDs.

Quick Start

Get the transcript for the YouTube video at the provided URL.

Frequently Asked Questions about yt

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I get a YouTube video transcript using a URL?

Fetch a YouTube video transcript by providing the video URL to the utility. The skill uses the TranscriptAPI service to retrieve and return the text transcript directly.

Can I search for YouTube videos and get the latest uploads from a channel?

Yes, you can search for YouTube videos by query and fetch the latest uploads from a channel by resolving its @handle to a channel ID.

Do I need an API key to retrieve YouTube transcripts?

An API key is required for certain operations within the YouTube utility. The skill handles authentication and manages API calls to access YouTube data.

Does the YouTube utility require Node.js to run?

Yes, the skill requires Node.js as a dependency to execute its scripts and utilities for interacting with the YouTube API and TranscriptAPI service.

What's the best way to find a YouTube channel ID from a handle?

Use the handle resolution feature to convert a YouTube @handle into a channel ID, enabling subsequent channel updates and video retrieval operations.