audio-transcription

Transcribe audio and video into structured Markdown notes in Obsidian.

515|64|Updated Oct 23, 2024
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/allenhutchison/obsidian-gemini --skill audio-transcription-allenhutchison
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: audio-transcription
Source: https://github.com/allenhutchison/obsidian-gemini/tree/main/prompts/bundled-skills/audio-transcription
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/allenhutchison/obsidian-gemini --skill audio-transcription-allenhutchison

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Transcribe audio and video recordings into structured Obsidian notes by sending binary media directly to the Gemini model for processing and storage.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Transcribes audio and video files from the vault into clean, searchable Markdown notes.
  • Produces a structured transcript with sections for summary and transcript, suitable for meetings, podcasts, and lectures.
  • Exports the transcript back to Obsidian as a new note with metadata for easy organization.

Quick Start

Transcribe the selected audio or video file in your vault and save the transcript as a new Markdown note.

Frequently Asked Questions about audio-transcription

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I transcribe audio and video files into structured notes?▼

Transcribing audio and video into structured notes involves sending binary media to the Gemini model, which generates a Markdown transcript with summary and transcript sections for meetings, podcasts, and lectures.

Can I use Gemini to transcribe podcasts directly inside Obsidian?▼

Yes, Gemini can transcribe podcasts directly inside Obsidian by reading the audio file and saving the structured Markdown transcript as a new note in your vault.

What is the maximum file size limit for transcribing meetings with this method?▼

The maximum file size limit for transcribing meetings is 20 MB per file, requiring read_file to feed the media into the Gemini model for processing.

Does the transcription process export the transcript back to Obsidian as a new note?▼

Yes, the transcription process exports the transcript back to Obsidian as a new note, utilizing write_file to save the Markdown file with metadata for easy organization within your vault.

How does the Gemini model handle video transcription for lecture notes?▼

The Gemini model handles video transcription for lecture notes by processing binary media content and producing a structured Markdown output that separates the summary from the full transcript text.

Why do I need to use read_file and write_file for audio transcription in Obsidian?▼

You need to use read_file and write_file for audio transcription in Obsidian because the Skill requires read_file to feed binary media to the Gemini model and write_file to save the resulting transcript locally.