youtube-downloader
About
This skill enables developers to download YouTube videos by URL with configurable quality and format options. It supports multiple resolutions (e.g., 1080p, 720p), container formats (mp4, webm, mkv), and can extract audio as MP3. Use it when a user requests to save or grab video content from YouTube.
Quick Install
Claude Code
Recommendednpx skills add davepoon/buildwithclaude -a claude-code/plugin add https://github.com/davepoon/buildwithclaudegit clone https://github.com/davepoon/buildwithclaude.git ~/.claude/skills/youtube-downloaderCopy and paste this command in Claude Code to install this skill
GitHub Repository
Frequently asked questions
What is the youtube-downloader skill?
youtube-downloader is a Claude Skill by davepoon. Skills package instructions and resources that Claude loads on demand, so Claude can perform youtube-downloader-related tasks without extra prompting.
How do I install youtube-downloader?
Use the install commands on this page: add youtube-downloader to Claude Code as a plugin, or clone its repository into your skills directory, then restart Claude so it picks up the skill.
What category does youtube-downloader belong to?
youtube-downloader is in the document-processing category, tagged general.
Is youtube-downloader free to use?
Yes. youtube-downloader is listed on AIMCP and free to install. It runs inside Claude, so no separate service account is required to use the skill itself.
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