Source Code
NZBGet Status Checker
This skill provides quick access to NZBGet download status and queue information. Required env vars: NZBGET_USER, NZBGET_PASS, NZBGET_HOST
Usage
Quick Count
Get a simple count of active downloads:
bash scripts/check_nzbget.sh count
Returns: 3 (number of items downloading)
Full Status Report
Get complete status with speed, queue, and remaining size:
bash scripts/check_nzbget.sh
Specific Queries
| Query | Command | Output |
|---|---|---|
| How many downloading? | count |
Number only |
| Current speed? | speed |
Speed in MB/s |
| What's in queue? | queue |
First 10 items only |
| Full status | (no args) | Complete report (max 10 items shown) |
Note: Queue listings are capped at 10 items to avoid flooding with large queues (400+ items). The script shows "Next 10 of X items" when there are more.
Examples
User: "NZBGet count"
3
User: "What's downloading?"
📥 NZBGet Status: Downloading
Active Downloads: 3
Speed: 12.5 MB/s
Remaining: 45.2 GB
Current Queue:
• Movie.2025.2160p.mkv - 67%
• TV.Show.S01E05.1080p.mkv - 23%
• Documentary.4K.mkv - 89%
User: "NZBGet speed"
12.5 MB/s
Response Guidelines
- For "count" or "how many": Use the number directly in a conversational response
- For "speed": Report the current download speed
- For full status: Summarize the key info (count, speed, remaining) and list active items
- If NZBGet is unreachable or no items downloading, say so clearly
- Keep responses concise unless user asks for full details