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ascii-video

Convert video, audio, text, and math into ASCII art animations.

Updated Jun 15, 2026
Search Tags:#ascii art#text animation#math rendering#video to ascii#audio visuals
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Piaoxuemoli/qoobeeHermes --skill ascii-video-piaoxuemoli
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: ascii-video
Source: https://github.com/Piaoxuemoli/qoobeeHermes/tree/main/hermes/skills/creative/ascii-video
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Piaoxuemoli/qoobeeHermes --skill ascii-video-piaoxuemoli

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires numpy, scipy, pillow, ffmpeg, opencv, elevenlabs, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill generates high-quality, colored ASCII animation from video, audio, text, or math, eliminating the need for complex software or hardware to produce eye-catching and visually appealing outputs.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Video to ASCII: Transform video content into ASCII art, maintaining the original content's essence while creating a unique visual style.
  • Audio to Visuals: Generate visual animations driven by audio frequency bands, creating dynamic and reactive visuals that complement the audio.
  • Text to Video: Animate text quotes or lyrics to create narrated videos with typewriter effects and generated speech.
  • Math to ASCII: Render mathematical equations and expressions in ASCII format, suitable for educational or creative presentations.
  • Use Case: Visualize a presentation of complex data by converting a series of graphs and equations into engaging ASCII animations.

Quick Start

Use the ascii-video skill to convert the 'example.mp4' video file into an ASCII animation.

Frequently Asked Questions about ascii-video

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I convert video to ASCII animation using Python?▼

Video to ASCII animation conversion is handled by a Python script utilizing OpenCV for decoding and Pillow for imaging. The process decodes video frames and maps them into colored ASCII text characters to create a unique visual style.

Can I generate audio reactive visuals from an audio file?▼

Audio reactive visuals can be generated by analyzing audio frequency bands using SciPy for signal processing. This creates dynamic, animated visuals that directly respond and complement the characteristics of the input audio track.

Do I need ffmpeg installed to render text to video with ASCII art?▼

Ffmpeg is required for video encoding when rendering text to video animations. The process uses ffmpeg alongside NumPy for array operations to animate text quotes or lyrics with typewriter effects and generated speech.

What is the best way to render math equations in ASCII format?▼

Rendering math equations in ASCII format is achieved through the skill's math rendering mode. It converts mathematical expressions into ASCII characters, making them suitable for educational presentations or creative visual displays.

Does this ASCII animation approach work for visualizing complex data presentations?▼

ASCII animation works for visualizing complex data presentations by converting a series of graphs and equations into engaging visuals. This eliminates the need for complex software or hardware to produce eye-catching outputs.

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