bilibili-downloader
Download videos, audio, subtitles, and covers from Bilibili using bilibili-api. Use when working with Bilibili content for downloading videos in various qualities, extracting audio, getting subtitles and danmaku, downloading covers, and managing download preferences.
Best use case
bilibili-downloader is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Download videos, audio, subtitles, and covers from Bilibili using bilibili-api. Use when working with Bilibili content for downloading videos in various qualities, extracting audio, getting subtitles and danmaku, downloading covers, and managing download preferences.
Teams using bilibili-downloader should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/bilibili-downloader/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How bilibili-downloader Compares
| Feature / Agent | bilibili-downloader | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Download videos, audio, subtitles, and covers from Bilibili using bilibili-api. Use when working with Bilibili content for downloading videos in various qualities, extracting audio, getting subtitles and danmaku, downloading covers, and managing download preferences.
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
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SKILL.md Source
# Bilibili Downloader
## Quick Start
Download a video by URL:
```bash
pip install bilibili-api-python
python -c "
from bilibili_api import video, sync
v = video.Video(bvid='BV1xx411c7m2')
sync(v.download(output='./video.mp4'))
"
```
## Download Options
### Video Quality
- Specify quality with `qn` parameter (127=8K, 126=杜比, 125=1080P+, etc.)
- Default selects best available quality
### Audio Download
- Download original soundtrack: `v.download_audious(output='./audio.mp3')`
- Supports various audio formats
### Subtitles
- Get available subtitles: `v.get_subtitle()`
- Download subtitle files: `sync(v.download_subtitle(output='./'))`
### Covers and Thumbnails
- Get cover URL: `v.get_cover()`
- Download cover: `sync(v.download_cover(output='./cover.jpg'))`
## Common Tasks
### Download Single Video
```python
from bilibili_api import video, sync
v = video.Video(bvid='BV1xx411c7m2')
sync(v.download(output='./video.mp4'))
```
### Download with Specific Quality
```python
from bilibili_api import video, sync
v = video.Video(bvid='BV1xx411c7m2')
info = v.get_download_url(qn=127) # 8K quality
```
### Download Entire Playlist
```python
from bilibili_api import video, sync
from bilibili_api import playlist
pl = playlist.Playlist(playlist_id='123456')
for v in sync(pl.get_videos()):
sync(v.download(output=f'./playlist/{v["title"]}.mp4'))
```
### Download Audio Only
```python
from bilibili_api import video, sync
v = video.Video(bvid='BV1xx411c7m2')
sync(v.download_audio(output='./audio.mp3'))
```
## Authentication
For premium content, use browser cookies:
1. Login to Bilibili in browser
2. Export SESSDATA cookie value
3. Set environment variable: `export BILIBILI_SESSDATA='your_cookie_value'`
## Requirements
- bilibili-api-python: `pip install bilibili-api-python`
- ffmpeg: Required for video/audio processing
- Python 3.8+
## Resources
### scripts/
Utility scripts for common download operations.
### references/
- API documentation from bilibili-api repo
- Quality codes reference (qn values)
- Cookie setup guide
### assets/
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