gif-search

Search Tenor and download GIFs for chat workflows.

Updated Apr 2, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/JKhyro/HERMES-AGENT --skill gif-search-jkhyro
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: gif-search
Source: https://github.com/JKhyro/HERMES-AGENT/tree/main/skills/media/gif-search
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/JKhyro/HERMES-AGENT --skill gif-search-jkhyro

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill removes the friction of hunting for the right GIF by letting you search Tenor and download matching animations directly from the terminal.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Reaction GIF Discovery: Find the best GIF for a reply, joke, celebration, or status update without leaving your workflow.
  • Preview and Format Selection: Retrieve full-size GIFs, tiny previews, or video variants depending on where you plan to share them.
  • Chat and Content Sharing: Quickly grab a lightweight GIF for messaging platforms, social posts, or visual communication inside a team.

Quick Start

Ask the assistant to search Tenor for a suitable reaction GIF and return a downloadable link for your message.

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 without leaving the terminal?

You can search and download GIFs from Tenor directly by querying the API, retrieving full-size animations, tiny previews, or video variants for your messaging and social sharing workflows.

Do I need an API key to fetch reaction GIFs from Tenor?

Yes, fetching reaction GIFs from Tenor requires a TENOR_API_KEY environment variable, along with curl and jq installed, to query the API and parse the returned media objects.

Can I retrieve different GIF formats for chat and visual communication workflows?

Yes, you can retrieve different GIF formats for chat workflows, including full-size GIFs, tiny previews, and video variants, depending on where you plan to share them.

What is the best way to find reaction GIFs for messaging platforms?

The best way to find reaction GIFs for messaging platforms is to search Tenor for matching animations, preview the results, and directly retrieve the lightweight media file for your message.

Does this GIF search method require any additional dependencies beyond curl and jq?

No, this GIF search method requires no additional dependencies beyond curl and jq, using the TENOR_API_KEY environment variable to handle API authentication and media retrieval.

Why does my Tenor GIF search return an error in the terminal?

Your Tenor GIF search may return an error if the TENOR_API_KEY environment variable is missing or invalid, or if curl and jq are not properly installed on your system.