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openai-whisper – OpenClaw Skill
openai-whisper is an OpenClaw Skills integration for data analytics workflows. Local speech-to-text with the Whisper CLI (no API key).
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Updated Feb 7, 2026Created Feb 7, 2026data analytics
Skill Snapshot
| name | openai-whisper |
| description | Local speech-to-text with the Whisper CLI (no API key). OpenClaw Skills integration. |
| owner | steipete |
| repository | steipete/openai-whisper |
| language | Markdown |
| license | MIT |
| topics | |
| security | L1 |
| install | openclaw add @steipete/openai-whisper |
| last updated | Feb 7, 2026 |
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Whisper (CLI)
Use whisper to transcribe audio locally.
Quick start
whisper /path/audio.mp3 --model medium --output_format txt --output_dir .whisper /path/audio.m4a --task translate --output_format srt
Notes
- Models download to
~/.cache/whisperon first run. --modeldefaults toturboon this install.- Use smaller models for speed, larger for accuracy.
README.md
No README available.
Permissions & Security
Security level L1: Low-risk skills with minimal permissions. Review inputs and outputs before running in production.
Requirements
- OpenClaw CLI installed and configured.
- Language: Markdown
- License: MIT
- Topics:
FAQ
How do I install openai-whisper?
Run openclaw add @steipete/openai-whisper in your terminal. This installs openai-whisper into your OpenClaw Skills catalog.
Does this skill run locally or in the cloud?
OpenClaw Skills execute locally by default. Review the SKILL.md and permissions before running any skill.
Where can I verify the source code?
The source repository is available at https://github.com/openclaw/skills/tree/main/skills/steipete/openai-whisper. Review commits and README documentation before installing.
