Youtube Transcript
Pull transcripts directly from YouTube videos along with metadata like title, channel, and upload date, then save everything as a formatted Markdown file to your Obsidian vault. The skill organizes transcript segments by video chapters and timestamps, making it easy to reference specific moments. Requires subtitles to be available on the video.
Youtube Transcript extracts text transcripts from YouTube videos and saves them as formatted Markdown files.
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Install
glebis/claude-skills/youtube-transcript · repository language: JavaScript
git clone https://github.com/glebis/claude-skills
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npx skillfed install glebis/claude-skills/youtube-transcriptFrequently asked questions
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How do I extract transcript from YouTube using Youtube Transcript?
Youtube Transcript pulls transcripts directly from YouTube videos and saves them as formatted Markdown files to your Obsidian vault. The skill extracts the full text along with metadata like title, channel, and upload date. Transcript segments are organized by video chapters and timestamps, letting you reference specific moments easily. Note that subtitles must be available on the video for extraction to work.
Can Youtube Transcript download YouTube transcripts in text format?
Yes, Youtube Transcript converts YouTube captions and subtitles into downloadable text format. It saves everything as a formatted Markdown file that integrates directly with your Obsidian vault, making transcripts searchable and readable. The organized structure includes chapters and timestamps for easy navigation through the video content.
What metadata does Youtube Transcript include with video transcripts?
Youtube Transcript captures comprehensive metadata alongside the transcript text, including the video title, channel name, and upload date. This information is saved in the formatted Markdown file, providing full context for the transcript. Segments are further organized by chapters and timestamps from the original video.
Does Youtube Transcript work with all YouTube videos?
Youtube Transcript requires subtitles to be available on the video in order to extract a transcript. If a YouTube video has captions or subtitles enabled, the skill can pull and convert that content to text. Videos without any subtitle options cannot be processed by the tool.
How does Youtube Transcript organize transcript content?
Youtube Transcript structures transcripts by video chapters and timestamps, making it simple to locate and reference specific moments. When saved to your Obsidian vault as a Markdown file, the organized format allows you to search through the transcript text and jump to exact points in the video using the timestamp references.