ffmpeg-usage

Automate ffmpeg video and audio processing with validated commands.

39|2|Updated Oct 19, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ychoi-kr/claude-ffmpeg-skill --skill ffmpeg-usage-ychoi-kr
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: ffmpeg-usage
Source: https://github.com/ychoi-kr/claude-ffmpeg-skill/tree/main
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ychoi-kr/claude-ffmpeg-skill --skill ffmpeg-usage-ychoi-kr

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

ffmpeg is a powerful multimedia toolkit, but non-expert users struggle to assemble reliable, optimized ffmpeg commands for common video and audio tasks. This Skill provides battle-tested recipes and best practices to streamline processing, improve quality, and ensure compatibility across devices and platforms.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Format conversion (MP4, WebM, MOV, AVI, etc.) with sensible defaults for quality and size.
  • Resolution scaling, aspect-ratio handling, and web-optimized outputs.
  • GIF creation with palette optimization for small file sizes.
  • Audio extraction, format conversion, and audio mixing/overlay support.
  • Video editing tasks like trimming, concatenation, speed changes, and rotation.
  • Subtitle handling, burning, soft subs, and extraction.
  • Thumbnail or frame extraction for previews.
  • Web-optimized exports with faststart and platform-specific presets (YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter).

Quick Start

Install ffmpeg, upload this skill to Claude, and tell Claude the video task you want to perform.

Frequently Asked Questions about ffmpeg-usage

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I convert video formats like MOV to MP4 using ffmpeg without losing quality?

ffmpeg format conversion applies sensible default quality and size settings to transform MOV files into MP4 outputs. The Skill validates inputs, explains the optimized command prior to execution, and returns verifiable results ensuring compatibility across devices.

What's the best way to compress video files for web platforms like YouTube and Instagram?

Web-optimized compression uses platform-specific presets for YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter with faststart enabled. The Skill assembles battle-tested ffmpeg recipes to streamline processing and improve quality while ensuring platform compatibility.

Do I need ffmpeg installed to use this Skill for video processing tasks?

Yes, ffmpeg must be installed in your environment to execute video and audio processing tasks. The Skill requires ffmpeg installed, validates your inputs, explains commands before execution, and returns verifiable results.

Can I burn subtitles into a video or extract audio using ffmpeg commands?

ffmpeg subtitle handling supports burning soft subs into video, managing soft subs, and extracting subtitle files. Audio extraction, format conversion, and audio mixing or overlay support are also included for comprehensive multimedia processing.

How do I create optimized GIFs from video with small file sizes?

GIF creation with ffmpeg utilizes palette optimization to produce small file sizes from video sources. The Skill provides optimized commands for this task, applying best practices to streamline processing and ensure quality outputs.