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camsnap

Capture snapshots and video clips from RTSP/ONVIF cameras using camsnap.

1|Updated Feb 24, 2026
Search Tags:#snapshot#onvif#camera#surveillance#rtsp#video clip
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/victor-brechbill/claw-kernel --skill camsnap-victor-brechbill
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: camsnap
Source: https://github.com/victor-brechbill/claw-kernel/tree/main/skills/camsnap
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/victor-brechbill/claw-kernel --skill camsnap-victor-brechbill

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires camsnap, ffmpeg, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the process of capturing images and video clips from IP cameras, streamlining surveillance and monitoring tasks.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Snapshot Capture: Take still images from cameras.
  • Clip Recording: Record short video segments.
  • Motion Detection: Trigger recordings based on detected motion.
  • Use Case: Automatically capture a snapshot every minute from your home security camera or record a 10-second clip when motion is detected.

Quick Start

Use camsnap to take a snapshot named 'front_door_snapshot.jpg' from the 'front_door' camera.

Frequently Asked Questions about camsnap

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I capture snapshots from an RTSP camera?▼

To capture snapshots from an RTSP camera, you can configure the utility with camera details and execute a command to grab still images directly from the video stream, utilizing ffmpeg for processing.

How do I record video clips from ONVIF cameras?▼

Recording video clips from ONVIF cameras is supported by configuring the camera details and triggering short video segment recordings, which relies on ffmpeg to process the video output.

Can I trigger camera recording based on motion detection?▼

Yes, you can trigger camera recording based on motion detection by configuring the utility to automatically capture a short video clip when motion is detected by your IP surveillance camera.

Do I need ffmpeg to capture RTSP video clips?▼

Yes, ffmpeg is a required dependency for capturing RTSP video clips, as it handles the underlying video processing necessary to record and save the video segments.

How do I discover ONVIF cameras on my network?▼

You can discover ONVIF cameras on your network using the supported discovery feature, which identifies available surveillance devices to populate your configuration file for snapshot and clip capture.

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