gif-search

Search and download GIFs from Tenor using curl and jq.

Updated Mar 8, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/helix4u/hermes-agent-private --skill gif-search-helix4u
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: gif-search
Source: https://github.com/helix4u/hermes-agent-private/tree/main/skills/gifs/gif-search
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/helix4u/hermes-agent-private --skill gif-search-helix4u

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows users to quickly search for and download GIFs from Tenor without needing to install additional software beyond standard command-line tools.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • GIF Search: Find reaction GIFs based on keywords.
  • Direct Download: Download GIFs directly to your local machine.
  • Metadata Retrieval: Get details like URL, preview, and dimensions for GIFs.
  • Use Case: Quickly find a "thumbs up" GIF to send in a chat conversation or download a "celebration" GIF for a project update.

Quick Start

Search for and download the top 'celebration' GIF.

Frequently Asked Questions about gif-search

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I search and download GIFs from Tenor using command line tools?

You can search and download GIFs from Tenor using standard command-line tools curl and jq. This allows you to query reaction GIFs by keyword and save them directly to your local machine without installing extra software.

Can I retrieve GIF metadata like URL and dimensions via API search?

Yes, GIF metadata retrieval is supported via the API search. You can extract details like direct URL, preview links, and image dimensions for Tenor GIFs using jq to parse the API response.

Do I need to install extra dependencies to find reaction GIFs?

No extra dependencies are needed to find reaction GIFs beyond standard command-line tools. The Skill relies entirely on curl for making API requests and jq for parsing the JSON response.

What is the best way to get a celebration GIF for a project update?

The best way to get a celebration GIF is by running a keyword search through the Tenor API. This provides a dependency-light solution to instantly find and download visual reaction content for project updates or chat communication.

Are there limitations to downloading media directly using curl and jq?

Downloading media using curl and jq is limited to standard command-line capabilities. It handles direct URL fetching and JSON parsing, but does not provide built-in GUI previewing or advanced batch processing features.