Video Downloader
FreeDownload videos from YouTube and more for offline access.
Free · Opens the source repo
What Video Downloader does
The Video Downloader skill allows users to download videos from YouTube and various other platforms directly to their local machines. This tool is particularly useful for those who wish to access content without an internet connection, whether for personal enjoyment, educational purposes, or archival needs. With straightforward commands, users can easily fetch videos in different resolutions and formats, ensuring compatibility with their playback preferences.
This skill supports a range of download options, including the ability to select video quality from standard definitions like 480p to high definitions up to 4K. Users can also choose to download audio-only versions of videos, making it ideal for podcasts or music tracks. The ability to download entire playlists or batches of videos streamlines the process for users who need multiple files at once, saving time and effort in managing their content.
In addition to downloading videos, the skill preserves essential metadata, such as video titles, descriptions, and thumbnails, which can be beneficial for organization and reference. This feature is especially useful for educators and researchers who may need to cite or refer back to specific content later. The skill is designed for anyone who regularly consumes video content online and wants a reliable way to save it for offline use.
When to use it
Use this skill when you want to save videos from platforms like YouTube for offline access, educational purposes, or content repurposing.
When not to use it
This skill is not suitable for downloading copyrighted material without permission or for redistributing content, as it adheres to copyright laws and platform terms of service.
What you can build with it
Offline Learning
Download educational videos for offline viewing to enhance your learning experience.
Content Creation
Save your own videos from platforms for editing or repurposing in other projects.
Archiving Important Videos
Keep a copy of important webinars or talks for future reference or research.
How to install Video Downloader
View source1. Install with the skills CLI
npx skills add davila7/claude-code-templates/video-downloader --agent claude-code2. Or install it manually
Download the skill folder and drop it into ~/.claude/skills/ for all projects, or .claude/skills/ to scope it to one repo. Restart Claude Code so it picks up the new skill.
Anthropic's agentic coding CLI, and the reference implementation of Agent Skills. Drop a skill folder into ~/.claude/skills and Claude Code loads it automatically whenever a task matches the skill's description. Claude Code docs
Inside SKILL.md
Written by davila7Video Downloader
This skill downloads videos from YouTube and other platforms directly to your computer.
When to Use This Skill
- Downloading YouTube videos for offline viewing
- Saving educational content for reference
- Archiving important videos
- Getting video files for editing or repurposing
- Downloading your own content from platforms
- Saving conference talks or webinars
What This Skill Does
- Downloads Videos: Fetches videos from YouTube and other platforms
- Quality Selection: Lets you choose resolution (480p, 720p, 1080p, 4K)
- Format Options: Downloads in various formats (MP4, WebM, audio-only)
- Batch Downloads: Can download multiple videos or playlists
- Metadata Preservation: Saves title, description, and thumbnail
How to Use
Basic Download
Download this YouTube video: https://youtube.com/watch?v=...
Download this video in 1080p quality
Audio Only
Download the audio from this YouTube video as MP3
Playlist Download
Download all videos from this YouTube playlist: [URL]
Batch Download
Download these 5 YouTube videos:
1. [URL]
2. [URL]
...
Example
User: "Download this YouTube video: https://youtube.com/watch?v=abc123"
Output:
Downloading from YouTube...
Video: "How to Build Products Users Love"
Channel: Lenny's Podcast
Duration: 45:32
Quality: 1080p
Progress: ████████████████████ 100%
✓ Downloaded: how-to-build-products-users-love.mp4
✓ Saved thumbnail: how-to-build-products-users-love.jpg
✓ Size: 342 MB
Saved to: ~/Downloads/
Inspired by: Lenny's workflow from his newsletter
Important Notes
⚠️ Copyright & Fair Use
- Only download videos you have permission to download
- Respect copyright laws and platform terms of service
- Use for personal, educational, or fair use purposes
- Don't redistribute copyrighted content
Tips
- Specify quality if you need lower file size (720p vs 1080p)
- Use audio-only for podcasts or music to save space
- Download to a dedicated folder to stay organized
- Check file size before downloading on slow connections
Common Use Cases
- Education: Save tutorials and courses for offline learning
- Research: Archive videos for reference
- Content Creation: Download your own content from platforms
- Backup: Save important videos before they're removed
- Offline Viewing: Watch videos without internet access
Frequently asked questions about Video Downloader
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