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camsnap

Capture snapshots and motion clips from RTSP/ONVIF cameras.

Updated Apr 8, 2026
Search Tags:#ffmpeg#onvif#motion detection#rtsp#device monitoring#camera snapshot#video clip capture
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/JOHNNYWHITEMIKE/openclaw --skill camsnap-johnnywhitemike
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: camsnap
Source: https://github.com/JOHNNYWHITEMIKE/openclaw/tree/main/openclaw/.openclaw/openclaw/skills/camsnap
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/JOHNNYWHITEMIKE/openclaw --skill camsnap-johnnywhitemike

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires ffmpeg.

What problem does it solve?

camsnap eliminates the manual effort of capturing snapshots and recording short clips from RTSP/ONVIF IP cameras when you need evidence, monitoring, or quick review.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Snapshot capture: Take single images from a configured camera for quick verification.
  • Clip recording: Record short video clips for specific time windows such as incidents or notable events.
  • Motion event watching: Monitor motion with a threshold to trigger captures or actions for security or automation.
  • Use Case: Capture a photo of a person at your front door and then record a 5-second clip when motion exceeds a chosen threshold.

Quick Start

Add your camera named kitchen using its host, username, and password, then capture a snapshot to an output 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 IP camera?▼

To capture an RTSP IP camera snapshot, you need a configured camera endpoint and ffmpeg available on your PATH. The skill connects to the specified RTSP stream and extracts a single image file for quick verification or monitoring.

Can I record a short video clip from an ONVIF camera for a specific time window?▼

Yes, you can record short video clips from ONVIF cameras for specific time windows. This timed clip capture function allows you to record specific incidents or notable events directly from the configured camera endpoint.

Does motion detection with IP cameras require separate software to trigger recording?▼

Motion detection with IP cameras does not require separate software here. The skill monitors motion with a chosen threshold to automatically trigger captures or actions for security and automation without external triggers.

Do I need ffmpeg installed to capture RTSP camera snapshots and clips?▼

Yes, you need ffmpeg installed and available on your system PATH to capture RTSP camera snapshots and clips. The skill relies on ffmpeg to successfully connect to camera endpoints and record media outputs.

What is the best way to discover and probe RTSP or ONVIF camera endpoints?▼

The best way to discover and probe RTSP or ONVIF camera endpoints is using the built-in diagnostic probing and camera discovery features. This validates your camera connection parameters before attempting to record media.

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