Video Downloader
- 993 installs
- 29.9k repo stars
- Updated July 27, 2026
- davila7/claude-code-templates
Video Downloader is a Claude Code skill from davila7/claude-code-templates that downloads YouTube videos, playlists, and conference talks in selected quality and format for developers who need offline video files for ref
About
Video Downloader is a Claude Code Templates skill that fetches videos from YouTube and other platforms directly to local storage with selectable quality and format options. Developers use it to save educational content, conference talks, webinars, or their own published videos for offline viewing, archival, or downstream editing and repurposing workflows. The skill handles platform fetching and quality selection so agents do not require manual yt-dlp command assembly for common download tasks. It fits content research, documentation, and media preparation phases where source video files are needed locally rather than streamed links.
- Downloads videos from YouTube and other platforms
- Quality Selection: choose resolution (480p, 720p, 1080p, 4K)
- Format Options: MP4, WebM, or audio-only (MP3)
- Supports batch downloads and full playlist handling
- Preserves metadata including title, description, and thumbnail
Video Downloader by the numbers
- 993 all-time installs (skills.sh)
- +23 installs in the week ending Jul 28, 2026 (Skillselion tracking)
- Ranked #281 of 2,742 Automation & Workflows skills by installs in the Skillselion catalog
- Security screen: MEDIUM risk (skills.sh audit)
- Data as of Jul 28, 2026 (Skillselion catalog sync)
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| Installs | 993 |
|---|---|
| repo stars | ★ 29.9k |
| Security audit | 2 / 3 scanners passed |
| Last updated | July 27, 2026 |
| Repository | davila7/claude-code-templates ↗ |
How do you download YouTube videos for offline editing?
Quickly download YouTube videos, playlists, or conference talks in chosen quality and format for offline reference, editing, or content repurposing.
Who is it for?
Developers who need local copies of YouTube videos, playlists, or conference talks for offline reference, editing, or content repurposing.
Skip if: Developers building in-app video streaming, DRM-protected content pipelines, or automated video generation from scratch.
When should I use this skill?
The user asks to download a YouTube video, save a playlist, archive a conference talk, or get video files for offline editing.
What you get
Local video files in selected quality and format from YouTube or supported platforms.
- local video file
- archived playlist downloads
Files
Video 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
1. Downloads Videos: Fetches videos from YouTube and other platforms 2. Quality Selection: Lets you choose resolution (480p, 720p, 1080p, 4K) 3. Format Options: Downloads in various formats (MP4, WebM, audio-only) 4. Batch Downloads: Can download multiple videos or playlists 5. 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 qualityAudio Only
Download the audio from this YouTube video as MP3Playlist 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
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Video Downloader has 1 known copy in the catalog totaling 52 installs. They canonicalize to this original listing.
- skillcreatorai - 52 installs
How it compares
Choose Video Downloader when an agent should handle common YouTube and platform downloads inside Claude Code instead of writing raw yt-dlp scripts each time.
FAQ
Which platforms does Video Downloader support?
Video Downloader fetches videos from YouTube and other supported platforms with selectable quality and format options. Developers use it to save educational content, conference talks, webinars, or personal uploads for offline viewing and editing.
What quality options does Video Downloader offer?
Video Downloader lets developers choose quality and format when saving videos locally. The skill handles platform fetching so agents can archive talks, playlists, or single videos without manually assembling download commands.
Is Video Downloader safe to install?
skills.sh reports 2 of 3 security scanners passed. Review the Security Audits panel on this page before installing in production.