summarize

Summarize web pages, PDFs, images, audio, and YouTube videos via CLI.

Updated Mar 7, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/bibo1243/claw_memory --skill summarize-bibo1243
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: summarize
Source: https://github.com/bibo1243/claw_memory/tree/main/skills/summarize-1
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/bibo1243/claw_memory --skill summarize-bibo1243

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Summarize URLs, PDFs, images, audio, and YouTube videos quickly, turning scattered content into concise briefs.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • URL and document summarization: generate concise overviews from web pages and local files.
  • Multi-source support: handle websites, PDFs, images, audio, and YouTube videos with a single tool.
  • Drilldown and model flexibility: choose models and keys to tailor summaries for research, briefings, or content planning.

Quick Start

Summarize a URL or local file by running the summarize command with a selected model to generate a concise summary.

Frequently Asked Questions about summarize

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I summarize a YouTube video quickly?▼

To generate a YouTube video summary, use the summarize command with the --youtube option to extract and condense the content. This provides a quick brief of the video's core information.

Can I extract text from PDFs and web pages without summarizing them?▼

Yes, use the --extract-only option to retrieve raw text content from PDFs and web pages without generating a summary. This provides the extracted content for custom processing.

What file formats and sources are supported for content summarization?▼

The summarization tool supports web pages, PDFs, images, audio files, and YouTube videos. It consolidates diverse content sources into concise text summaries.

Do I need an API key to use the summarize CLI tool?▼

Yes, the summarize CLI requires API keys to function, as it supports multiple providers for generating summaries. You must configure your provider API keys to run the tool.

How do I control the length of the generated summaries?▼

Use the --length option when running the summarize command to control the output size of your summaries. This allows you to tailor the summary length for specific research needs.