| name | julien-mcp-youtube-info |
| description | Install YouTube Info MCP for video data. Use when user needs YouTube video information extraction. |
| category | mcp |
| triggers | install youtube mcp, youtube info, video info mcp |
MCP YouTube Info Installer
This skill installs the YouTube Info MCP server into the current project.
Installation Procedure
When the user asks to install YouTube Info MCP:
- Check for existing
.mcp.jsonin the project root - Merge configuration - Add this server to
mcpServers:
{
"youtube-info": {
"command": "cmd",
"args": ["/c", "npx", "-y", "@limecooler/yt-info-mcp"]
}
}
- If
.mcp.jsondoesn't exist, create it with the full structure:
{
"mcpServers": {
"youtube-info": {
"command": "cmd",
"args": ["/c", "npx", "-y", "@limecooler/yt-info-mcp"]
}
}
}
Prerequisites
- Node.js and npm installed
Usage After Installation
Restart Claude Code to activate the MCP server. Provides YouTube video information extraction.
Skill Chaining
- Input: User request to install YouTube Info MCP
- Output: Configured
.mcp.jsonwith youtube-info server - Tools Used: Read, Edit, Write
- Chains With: Any media processing workflow
Troubleshooting
| Problem | Solution |
|---|---|
npx not found |
Install Node.js and ensure npm is in PATH |
| Video not found | Check YouTube URL is valid and public |
| Rate limited | YouTube API limits - wait and retry |
| Data incomplete | Some videos may have restricted metadata |