Good YouTube video repurposing prompts start from a transcript or summary, name one target format, and ask for structured output rather than generic ideas.
Use separate prompts for hooks, Shorts scripts, X threads, newsletters, blog outlines, quotes, and competitor notes so each output has a clear job.
YTD.APP lets you process the public video first, then save transcripts, summaries, prompt outputs, and Markdown exports in Workspace for reuse.
AI summary template
Use this when you need to understand a long video quickly before deciding what to create.
Summarize this transcript for a creator. Return: 1) the central idea, 2) five key takeaways, 3) claims that need verification, 4) useful examples, 5) three possible content angles. Keep the output concise and avoid adding facts that are not in the transcript.
Outline template
Use this when you want to turn a transcript into a structured article, video, or lesson plan.
Turn this transcript or summary into a clear outline for a new piece of content. Use this structure: Hook, Context, Main Point 1, Main Point 2, Main Point 3, Example, Closing. Add a short note explaining why each section matters.
Hook template
Use this when you need opening lines for Shorts, Reels, TikTok, or social posts.
Create 12 short hooks from this summary. Use different styles: question, contradiction, mistake, surprising fact, before-after, checklist, and direct problem. Keep each hook under 16 words. Do not overpromise.
Short-form script template
Use this when you want a script that is ready to edit for a 45-60 second short-form video.
Write a 45-60 second short-form script based on this source. Use: Hook, Setup, 3 short beats, Example, Closing. Keep sentences short. Make the speaker sound natural. Do not copy the original wording. Mark any uncertain factual claim.
Which template should you use?
Pick the template based on the job you need to finish, not the length of the original video.
| Goal | Template | Best source input |
|---|---|---|
| Understand the video | AI summary | Full transcript |
| Plan a new piece | Outline | Summary or transcript |
| Find an opening | Hook | Summary |
| Write a short | Short-form script | Outline plus key takeaways |
| Publish a post | Caption | One takeaway plus audience context |
Quality checklist before publishing
A repurposed script should be accurate, transformed, and matched to your audience.
- The final output has one clear idea.
- The wording is rewritten, not copied from the source transcript.
- The factual claims are still supported by the source.
- The hook matches the actual payoff.
- The format fits the target channel and time limit.
FAQ
Do these templates work without a transcript?
They work best with a transcript or summary. Without source text, the output becomes more generic and less reliable.
Can I use these templates for Shorts and Reels?
Yes. The short-form script and hook templates are designed for Shorts, Reels, TikTok, and other short video formats.
How do I avoid copying the original creator?
Use the transcript for understanding, then rewrite the structure, voice, examples, and angle for your own audience and rights situation.
Can I save the result to Workspace?
Yes. Process the public video, generate the notes or repurposing output, then keep the source, transcript, summary, and exported Markdown together in Workspace for search and reuse.
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