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MH openai-whisper
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mohdalhashemi98-hue
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· v1.0.0
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/install mh-openai-whisper
Description
Local speech-to-text with the Whisper CLI (no API key).
README (SKILL.md)
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.
Usage Guidance
This skill appears coherent and limited in scope, but before installing: 1) confirm the Homebrew formula 'openai-whisper' comes from a trusted tap (to avoid running untrusted code via brew); 2) be aware that Whisper will download model files to ~/.cache/whisper (network usage and disk space); 3) verify the SKILL.md model name ('turbo') if you need a specific model — it may be a documentation typo. If those checks look good, the skill's requests are proportionate to its purpose.
Capability Analysis
Type: OpenClaw Skill
Name: mh-openai-whisper
Version: 1.0.0
The skill bundle is benign. It clearly states its purpose as local speech-to-text using the OpenAI Whisper CLI. The installation method uses Homebrew to install the `openai-whisper` formula, which is a standard and secure package management approach. The `SKILL.md` provides straightforward usage examples and informational notes without any evidence of prompt injection attempts, malicious commands, data exfiltration, or other harmful behaviors.
Capability Assessment
Purpose & Capability
Name/description align with requirements: the skill only needs the 'whisper' binary and provides brew install metadata for it. No unrelated credentials, binaries, or config paths are requested. Minor note: SKILL.md states the default model is 'turbo', which is unexpected for Whisper model naming and may be a documentation inaccuracy to confirm.
Instruction Scope
Runtime instructions are narrowly scoped: example commands operate on a user-supplied audio file and mention models downloading to ~/.cache/whisper. This implies network access and disk writes to the user home directory (model cache) on first run — normal for local transcription but worth noting. Instructions do not ask for unrelated files, secrets, or external endpoints.
Install Mechanism
Install uses a Homebrew formula (openai-whisper) which is a low-to-moderate risk install mechanism compared with arbitrary downloads. The SKILL metadata does not declare the tap or provenance of the formula; confirm the formula is from a trusted tap (Homebrew core or a reputable maintainer) before installing.
Credentials
No environment variables, credentials, or config paths are requested — proportional to a local CLI transcription tool.
Persistence & Privilege
Skill does not request always-on or elevated privileges and is not modifying other skills or global agent settings. Its runtime effects are limited to installing/using the whisper binary and caching models under the user's home directory.
How to Use
- Make sure OpenClaw is installed (local or Docker)
- Run the install command in chat:
/install mh-openai-whisper - After installation, invoke the skill by name or use
/mh-openai-whisper - Provide required inputs per the skill's parameter spec and get structured output
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is MH openai-whisper?
Local speech-to-text with the Whisper CLI (no API key). It is an AI Agent Skill for Claude Code / OpenClaw, with 538 downloads so far.
How do I install MH openai-whisper?
Run "/install mh-openai-whisper" in the OpenClaw or Claude Code chat to install it in one step — no extra setup required.
Is MH openai-whisper free?
Yes, MH openai-whisper is completely free (open-source). You can download, install and use it at no cost.
Which platforms does MH openai-whisper support?
MH openai-whisper is cross-platform and runs anywhere OpenClaw / Claude Code is available (cross-platform).
Who created MH openai-whisper?
It is built and maintained by mohdalhashemi98-hue (@mohdalhashemi98-hue); the current version is v1.0.0.
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