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GIF Search CLI (gifgrep)

Search Tenor and Giphy GIFs via CLI or TUI and download files.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
Search Tags:#cli#gif#download#giphy#tenor#sprite-sheet#still-frame
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Buckeyes22/weather-app --skill gif-search-cli-gifgrep
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: GIF Search CLI (gifgrep)
Source: https://github.com/Buckeyes22/weather-app/tree/main/docs/corpora/agent-cli-skills/skills/gifgrep
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Buckeyes22/weather-app --skill gif-search-cli-gifgrep

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill reduces the time and effort required to locate GIFs across major providers, download them, and generate stills or contact sheets for quick visual references.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Search GIFs from Tenor and Giphy via scriptable CLI output or an interactive TUI with inline previews.
  • Download GIFs for local use, and extract still frames or sprite sheets for thumbnails and galleries.
  • Use cases include quickly sourcing a GIF by keyword for presentations, chats, or content creation, then exporting stills or sprite sheets as needed.

Quick Start

Search for a keyword and download the matching GIFs, then generate a still frame or a contact sheet.

Frequently Asked Questions about GIF Search CLI (gifgrep)

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I search and download GIFs from Giphy or Tenor via CLI?▼

You can search and download GIFs from Giphy or Tenor via CLI by querying providers through a command-line interface to fetch files locally. It supports scriptable automation for retrieving GIFs by keyword.

Can I extract a still frame or sprite sheet from a GIF using the command line?▼

Yes, you can extract a still frame or sprite sheet from a GIF using the command line. This functionality allows you to generate quick visual thumbnails and contact sheets for local GIF assets.

What is the best way to preview GIFs in terminal before downloading them?▼

The best way to preview GIFs in terminal before downloading is using an interactive TUI with inline previews. This allows you to visually evaluate GIFs from providers like Tenor and Giphy directly in your console.

Does GIF search CLI support exporting URLs and JSON data instead of downloading files?▼

Yes, GIF search CLI supports exporting URLs and JSON data instead of downloading files. You can output URL lists or JSON data from Giphy and Tenor searches directly to your terminal for scripting.

Do I need any external dependencies to search Tenor and Giphy from the command line?▼

No external dependencies are required to search Tenor and Giphy from the command line. The skill operates independently without additional libraries, allowing you to query providers and manage downloads natively.

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