camsnap

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

Updated Jan 31, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/zyj18860969891-byte/openclaw-railway --skill camsnap-zyj18860969891-byte
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: camsnap
Source: https://github.com/zyj18860969891-byte/openclaw-railway/tree/main/skills/camsnap
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/zyj18860969891-byte/openclaw-railway --skill camsnap-zyj18860969891-byte

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Capture frames or clips from IP cameras for monitoring, recording, or evidence collection.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Capture snapshots from configured cameras
  • Record clips (video) from cameras for event review
  • Motion watch to trigger actions when motion is detected

Quick Start

Configure a camera with camsnap and run a sample snapshot to verify the setup.

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 camera?

To capture a snapshot from an RTSP camera, you need a tool that extracts single frames from the video stream. This skill captures frames from RTSP/ONVIF cameras, requiring ffmpeg on PATH and the camera host address to function.

Can I record video clips from an ONVIF camera for event review?

Yes, you can record video clips from an ONVIF camera for event review. The skill captures video segments from configured cameras, making it applicable for incident review and security monitoring when you need quick clips.

Do I need ffmpeg installed to capture frames from IP cameras?

Yes, you need ffmpeg on PATH to capture frames from IP cameras. The skill relies on ffmpeg to process video streams and requires a configured camera host to execute snapshot, clip, and watch commands successfully.

How do I discover and configure an ONVIF camera before taking a snapshot?

To discover and configure an ONVIF camera, you use the discovery commands provided by the skill. After configuring the camera host, you can run a sample snapshot to verify your setup before capturing frames or recording clips.

Can I trigger actions when motion is detected on an RTSP video stream?

Yes, you can trigger actions when motion is detected on an RTSP video stream. The skill provides a motion watch feature to monitor camera feeds, allowing you to trigger actions when motion is detected for security monitoring.

What's the best way to manage remote cameras and capture quick video clips?

The best way to manage remote cameras and capture quick video clips is using a dedicated command tool. This skill provides commands to discover, snapshot, clip, and watch RTSP/ONVIF cameras, streamlining remote camera management and incident review.