gif-search

Search the Tenor API for GIF media URLs using curl and jq.

1|Updated Jul 31, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/icyzh/hermes-web --skill gif-search-icyzh
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: gif-search
Source: https://github.com/icyzh/hermes-web/tree/main/skills/media/gif-search
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/icyzh/hermes-web --skill gif-search-icyzh

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires curl, jq.

What problem does it solve?

This skill removes the friction of manually browsing web browsers to find reaction GIFs by enabling direct, command-line based searching and downloading.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Direct Search: Query the Tenor API for specific reaction GIFs or visual content using natural language keywords.
  • Format Selection: Retrieve various media formats including high-quality GIFs, tiny previews, and MP4 video versions.
  • Use Case: Quickly find a celebration GIF to include in a chat message or download a specific reaction for a presentation without leaving your terminal environment.

Quick Start

Use the gif-search skill to find and download the top result for a thumbs up reaction.

Frequently Asked Questions about gif-search

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I search for Tenor GIFs from the command line?

You can search Tenor GIFs via the command line by calling the Tenor API with curl and parsing the JSON output with jq to extract direct media URLs for chat or presentation use.

Do I need an API key to download GIFs using curl and jq?

Yes, retrieving GIFs via the Tenor API requires a valid Tenor API key, alongside standard network and JSON processing utilities like curl and jq.

Can I retrieve MP4 videos and previews instead of just GIF files?

Yes, querying the Tenor API enables format selection to retrieve various media types, including high-quality GIFs, tiny previews, and MP4 video versions for chat applications.

What is the best way to find reaction GIFs without using a web browser?

Using a command-line utility to query the Tenor API directly removes the friction of manual web browsing, instantly finding and downloading reaction GIFs for chat applications.

Are there limitations to searching for media using the Tenor API?

Searching Tenor API media requires standard command-line utilities curl and jq for network requests and JSON parsing, limiting usage to environments where these dependencies are installed.