A local-first CLI toolkit for YouTube creators to draft scripts, optimize for SEO, and manage the entire video production lifecycle.
Install & Download
1. ClawHub CLI
The fastest way to install a skill directly from the registry.
npx clawhub@latest install youtube-script
2. Manual Installation
Copy the skill folder to one of these locations
~/.openclaw/skills/ <project>/skills/ Priority: Workspace > Local > Bundled
3. Prompt Installation
Copy this prompt to OpenClaw to install it automatically.
Help me install youtube-script using Clawhub. If Clawhub is not installed, install it first (npm i -g clawhub).
Prefer to download?
Get the raw skill files in a ZIP archive.
What is YouTube Script?
YouTube Script is a comprehensive content creation suite designed for developers and creators who utilize Openclaw Skills to streamline their video production. It provides a robust set of tools for drafting scripts, refining copy, and optimizing metadata without requiring external network access or cloud dependencies. By focusing on the core pillars of YouTube success—Click-Through Rate (CTR) and Average View Duration (AVD)—this skill empowers users to build structured outlines and high-retention scripts directly from their terminal.
As a part of the Openclaw Skills ecosystem, it prioritizes local data sovereignty and workflow automation. Every action, from generating hashtags to adjusting tone, is logged with timestamps, providing creators with a full audit trail of their creative process. This makes it an essential tool for those looking to maintain a professional and consistent content cadence while leveraging technical efficiency.
YouTube Script Use Cases
- Creating high-impact opening hooks to reduce viewer bounce rates in the first 30 seconds.
- Generating multiple headline variations for A/B testing to maximize video click-through rates.
- Repurposing existing scripts by translating them into new languages or rewriting them for different audience tones.
- Organizing a consistent upload schedule to satisfy platform algorithms and maintain channel growth.
How YouTube Script Works
- Initialize your project by generating a structured outline based on your video concept.
- Utilize the drafting and editing commands to flesh out the script sections with high-retention content.
- Apply SEO optimization and headline generation to ensure the video is discoverable by search engines.
- Craft specific engagement elements such as hooks, hashtags, and calls-to-action (CTAs).
- Track your progress and schedule via the local logging system and export your data for final production.
YouTube Script Setup
To integrate this tool into your Openclaw Skills environment, ensure you have Bash 4.0 or higher. You can set up the skill by cloning the repository and ensuring the script is in your executable path:
git clone https://github.com/bytesagain/ai-skills
cd ai-skills
# The script requires standard Unix tools like grep, date, and awk
YouTube Script Data Schema & Taxonomy
The skill organizes its data within the ~/.local/share/youtube-script/ directory using a flat-file logging system. This ensures that your Openclaw Skills data remains portable and easy to query.
| Log File | Data Description |
|---|---|
draft.log |
Historical record of script drafts and sections |
history.log |
Master activity log tracking every command execution |
schedule.log |
Timeline data for planned and completed uploads |
hooks.log |
Collection of generated opening hooks and variations |
export.json |
Aggregated data available for external tool integration |
YouTube Script Advanced Features
- Multi-format data export supporting JSON, CSV, and TXT for easy integration with external databases or CMS platforms.
- Full-text search capability across all historical entries to quickly find and repurpose past ideas.
- Local-first architecture that functions entirely offline, protecting your intellectual property.
- Built-in status and health checks to monitor data directory size and script versioning.
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