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AI Prompts for YouTube Transcripts
20 ready-made prompts that turn any video into notes, quizzes, posts and plans. Paste a link — then pick a prompt in the AI prompts tab.
Learn
Prompts to learn
Understand and remember what a video teaches.
Five-point summary
The core message of a video in under a minute of reading.
Summarize the YouTube video transcript below in five concise bullet points. Start with one sentence that states the main idea. Use plain language and keep names, numbers and claims accurate to the transcript.
Study notes
Structured notes with headings, definitions and examples.
Turn the transcript below into well-structured study notes. Use headings for each topic, bullet points for supporting details, bold key terms with short definitions, and include any examples the speaker gives. Finish with a short "What to remember" section.
Quiz with answers
Ten questions to test yourself after a lecture or tutorial.
Create a 10-question quiz from the transcript below: 6 multiple-choice questions (4 options each), 2 true/false questions and 2 short-answer questions. Put an answer key with one-sentence explanations at the end. Only use facts stated in the transcript.
Flashcards
Question and answer pairs ready for Anki or Quizlet.
Create 15 flashcards from the transcript below. Format each one as "Question | Answer" on a single line so the list can be imported into Anki or Quizlet. Cover the most important concepts, terms and facts.
Explain it simply
A clear explanation for a beginner, without jargon.
Explain the ideas in the transcript below as if to a curious 12-year-old. Avoid jargon, use one everyday analogy, and keep it under 250 words. Then list three terms from the video with simple definitions.
Best quotes
The most memorable lines, with timestamps.
Pick the 8 most memorable or insightful quotes from the transcript below. Quote them exactly, include the timestamp shown before each line if available, and add one sentence on why each quote matters.
Create
Prompts to create
Repurpose a video into posts, articles and descriptions.
Blog post
A readable article based on the video, with an outline and intro.
Write an original, well-structured blog post (about 900 words) based on the ideas in the transcript below. Include an engaging title, an introduction, H2 subheadings, and a conclusion with a takeaway. Paraphrase rather than copying long passages, and credit the original video.
YouTube description + chapters
An SEO-friendly description with chapter timestamps for creators.
Write a YouTube video description for the transcript below: a 2-sentence hook, a short paragraph about what viewers will learn, 3-5 relevant keywords used naturally, and a chapter list in the format "00:00 Chapter title" based on the timestamps in the transcript. The first chapter must start at 00:00.
X / Threads post series
A punchy thread that invites people to watch the full video.
Turn the transcript below into a thread of 7 short posts (under 270 characters each). Post 1 is a strong hook. Each following post shares one insight. The last post invites readers to watch the full video. No hashtags except one in the final post.
LinkedIn post
A professional post with lessons and a question for comments.
Write a LinkedIn post (150-220 words) inspired by the transcript below. Open with a one-line insight, share three practical lessons as short paragraphs or bullets, and end with a question that invites comments. Keep the tone professional and human.
Short-form clip ideas
Moments that could become Shorts, Reels or TikToks.
Find 5 moments in the transcript below that would work as 30-60 second vertical clips. For each, give the start timestamp, a suggested on-screen hook (under 8 words), and why it would hold attention.
Research
Prompts to research
Check claims, map arguments and organize information.
Claims to verify
A list of factual claims with what to check.
List every factual claim made in the transcript below that a careful reader should verify. For each claim, include the timestamp if available, the exact claim, and what kind of source would confirm or refute it. Do not judge claims you cannot verify; mark them as "needs checking".
Counterarguments
The strongest objections to the speaker’s main points.
Identify the main arguments in the transcript below. For each argument, write the strongest good-faith counterargument and note what evidence would settle the disagreement.
Timeline of events
Events, dates and people in chronological order.
Extract a chronological timeline of the events, dates and people mentioned in the transcript below. Use a table with columns: When, What happened, Who, Video timestamp.
Glossary of terms
Technical terms and names explained.
Create an alphabetical glossary of the technical terms, acronyms, people and organizations mentioned in the transcript below. Give each a one or two sentence explanation based on how it is used in the video.
Interview Q&A
Turn an interview or podcast into clean questions and answers.
Rewrite the interview or conversation in the transcript below as a clean Q&A. Keep each question short, summarize each answer in 2-4 sentences in the speaker’s voice, and skip small talk.
Work
Prompts to work
Turn tutorials and recorded calls into next steps.
Action items
Practical steps from a tutorial, talk or meeting recording.
Extract every practical step, recommendation and action item from the transcript below as a numbered checklist. Group related steps under short headings and note any tools or resources mentioned.
Meeting minutes
Decisions, owners and open questions from a recorded call.
Write meeting minutes from the transcript below with these sections: Summary (3 sentences), Decisions, Action items (owner, task, due date if mentioned), Open questions. Use only information present in the transcript.
Mind map outline
A nested outline you can paste into a mind-mapping tool.
Create a mind map of the transcript below as a nested Markdown list. The root is the video’s main topic, the first level has 4-7 branches, and each branch has 2-5 short sub-points.
Tips for better results
Be specific about the format you want — a table, a checklist or a word count. Keep timestamps on when you want the assistant to point back to moments in the video, and remove sponsor segments first so they do not end up in your notes. Always check facts and quotes against the original video.
Get the transcript first
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How do I use these prompts with a YouTube video?
Open any video in the transcript tool, switch to the AI prompts tab and pick a prompt. The prompt, video title, link and full transcript are copied together, ready to paste into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or Perplexity.
Are the prompts free?
Yes. Copy and adapt them as much as you like. They work with free and paid versions of the major AI assistants.
Can I edit a prompt before using it?
Yes. In the reader, the selected prompt is editable. Change the tone, length or format before copying it.
What if the transcript is too long for my AI assistant?
Remove sections you do not need in Edit mode, turn off timestamps to shorten the text, or work through the video in parts.