youtube-downloader
YouTube Downloader pulls videos, audio, and transcripts from YouTube using yt-dlp, supporting multiple formats and quality levels. Use it to archive webinars, extract audio for podcasts, grab transcripts for blogs, or gather competitor content for analysis. The skill handles individual videos, playlists, and metadata retrieval.
YouTube Downloader lets you save YouTube videos, extract audio, and retrieve transcripts using yt-dlp for research and content work.
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Install
guia-matthieu/clawfu-skills/youtube-downloader · repository language: Python
git clone https://github.com/guia-matthieu/clawfu-skills
cp -r clawfu-skills/skills/automation/youtube-downloader ~/.claude/skills/youtube-downloadernpx skillfed install guia-matthieu/clawfu-skills/youtube-downloaderFrequently asked questions
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What can YouTube Downloader do with YouTube videos?
YouTube Downloader pulls videos, audio, and transcripts from YouTube using yt-dlp, supporting multiple formats and quality levels. You can archive webinars, extract audio for podcasts, grab transcripts for blogs, or gather competitor content for analysis. The skill handles individual videos, playlists, and metadata retrieval.
Can I extract audio from YouTube with this tool?
Yes. YouTube Downloader extracts audio and transcripts from YouTube for content repurposing. You can convert videos to MP3 or other audio formats, making it ideal for podcast creation, background music extraction, or audio-only archival of webinars and training content.
How do I download a YouTube playlist?
YouTube Downloader supports batch downloading of YouTube playlists with format and quality control. You can specify the desired format, resolution, and audio bitrate, then process entire playlists at once rather than downloading videos individually.
Can YouTube Downloader get transcripts and captions?
Yes. YouTube Downloader retrieves transcripts and captions from YouTube videos, enabling you to extract text for blogs, accessibility purposes, or searchable archives. This supports both auto-generated and creator-provided captions where available.
Is YouTube Downloader useful for research and competitor analysis?
Yes. YouTube Downloader analyzes competitor videos and extracts metadata for market research. You can download and archive competitor content, pull metadata like titles and descriptions, and organize findings for strategic analysis.
What license does YouTube Downloader use?
YouTube Downloader is released under the MIT license, allowing free use, modification, and distribution for both personal and commercial projects with minimal restrictions.
SKILL.md
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YouTube Downloader
> Download YouTube videos, extract audio, and get transcripts using yt-dlp - the most reliable YouTube extraction tool.
When to Use This Skill
- Competitor research - Download and analyze competitor videos
- Content repurposing - Extract audio for podcasts or transcripts for blogs
- Training material - Archive webinars and tutorials
- Quote extraction - Get transcripts for pulling quotable moments
- Offline access - Save videos for travel or presentations
What Claude Does vs What You Decide
| Claude Does | You Decide |
|---|---|
| Structures production workflow | Final creative direction |
| Suggests technical approaches | Equipment and tool choices |
| Creates templates and checklists | Quality standards |
| Identifies best practices | Brand/voice |
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skills/automation/youtube-downloader/SKILL.md
skills/automation/youtube-downloader/scripts/main.py
skills/automation/youtube-downloader/scripts/requirements.txt