How to Summarize YouTube Videos with ChatGPT

Introduction

• Many YouTube videos are lengthy.
• Time constraints may prevent you from watching the entire video.
• ChatGPT can help summarize videos.

Direct URL Method (No Longer Effective)

• Past method: Copy the video URL and ask ChatGPT to summarize it.
• Current status: This method does not work anymore.

Alternative Method: Using Transcripts

1. Finding the Transcript

   • Scroll down to the video description.
   • Look for the Show Transcript button and click it.
   • The transcript will appear in a box on the right side.
   • Optionally toggle timestamps off if not needed.

2. Copying the Transcript

   • Copy the text from the transcript box.
   • Paste it into ChatGPT for summarization.
   • You can request a summary in the form of key points by asking for bullet points.

Challenges with Long Videos

• Long transcripts can be problematic:
  • They are often too lengthy to copy in one go.
  • ChatGPT might reject prompts that are too long.

Alternative Solution: Google Chrome Extension

• Install a Chrome extension: ChatGPT for Chrome and YouTube Summary.
• After installation, a box labeled Transcript and Summary will appear.
• Click to view the complete transcript directly from the extension.
• Use the extension to send the transcript to ChatGPT for summarization automatically.

Conclusion

• Utilizing ChatGPT with transcripts or Chrome extensions can efficiently summarize lengthy YouTube videos.
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