camsnap

Capture snapshots, clips, and motion events from RTSP or ONVIF cameras.

1|Updated May 12, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/estebanrfp/gos --skill camsnap-estebanrfp
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: camsnap
Source: https://github.com/estebanrfp/gos/tree/main/skills/camsnap
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/estebanrfp/gos --skill camsnap-estebanrfp

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill removes the friction of manually accessing network cameras when you need a quick snapshot, a short clip, or a motion check from a configured device.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Snapshot capture: Grab a still frame from an RTSP or ONVIF camera for instant verification.
  • Clip recording: Save short video clips when you need evidence of an event or activity.
  • Motion monitoring: Watch for movement and trigger follow-up actions from a camera feed.
  • Use case: Check a hallway camera, archive a security event, or confirm that a remote device is online and streaming correctly.

Quick Start

Ask the camsnap skill to capture a snapshot from your configured camera and save it as an image file.

Frequently Asked Questions about camsnap

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I capture a snapshot from an RTSP or ONVIF camera?

To capture a snapshot from an RTSP or ONVIF camera, you request a still frame from the configured video feed, saving it as an image file for instant remote verification.

Can I record short video clips from network cameras for security monitoring?

Yes, you can record short video clips from network cameras to save evidence of an event or activity. This is useful for archiving security events or verifying movement.

What do I need to capture motion events from my IP camera?

To capture motion events from an IP camera, you need a configured installation, ffmpeg on PATH, and valid camera connection details to watch for movement and trigger follow-up actions.

Does capturing RTSP camera snapshots require ffmpeg?

Yes, capturing RTSP camera snapshots requires ffmpeg on your PATH, along with a configured installation and valid camera connection details to successfully grab frames from the device.

What is the best way to verify a remote network camera is streaming correctly?

The best way to verify a remote network camera is streaming correctly is to capture a snapshot from the configured RTSP or ONVIF device, confirming it is online and providing a visual frame.