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Get the key points from a long YouTube video
A short summary, the main points with timestamps and any steps or links mentioned, so you can decide whether to watch the whole thing.
When to use it
Whenever a video is too long to watch right now
Step by step
Share the video with your assistant
In Gemini you can paste a YouTube link directly. For other assistants, open the video on YouTube, click 'Show transcript' under the description, and copy the text.
Ask for a structured summary
Paste the link or transcript with this prompt.
Prompt to copySummarise this YouTube video: [link or transcript]. Give me: 1) what it's about in 2 sentences; 2) the 5-8 main points, each with its timestamp; 3) any step-by-step instructions as a numbered list; 4) any products, tools, books or links mentioned; 5) who would find it most useful; 6) a verdict: worth watching in full, or is this summary enough? Don't add information that isn't in the video.Save the useful bits
Copy the summary into your notes app with the video link so you can jump to the right moment later.
What you get
About: a physio explains five desk stretches for back pain. Points: 1:20 why sitting tightens hips; 3:05 cat-cow in a chair... Steps: 1. Sit tall... Verdict: summary covers it; watch 3:05-6:00 to see the movements.
Tips
- For health, money or legal videos, treat the summary as a starting point and check advice with a qualified professional.