gif-search

Search and download GIFs from Tenor using curl and jq.

Updated Jun 28, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jleechanorg/hermes-agent --skill gif-search-jleechanorg
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: gif-search
Source: https://github.com/jleechanorg/hermes-agent/tree/main/skills/media/gif-search
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jleechanorg/hermes-agent --skill gif-search-jleechanorg

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Locating and downloading GIFs from Tenor directly from the command line to speed up visual content creation and sharing.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Command-line GIF search: find relevant GIFs from Tenor using curl and jq.
  • Direct download: fetch and save GIFs locally for quick sharing in chats or content.
  • Use Case: grab a reaction GIF for a chat thread or a social post.

Quick Start

Search Tenor for a GIF and save the top result URL to a file.

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 Tenor GIFs from the command line?

You can search and download Tenor GIFs from the command line by using curl to query the Tenor API and jq to parse the JSON response, saving the resulting GIF file locally for sharing.

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

Yes, fetching GIFs from Tenor requires a valid TENOR_API_KEY configured in your environment, alongside curl and jq, to authenticate API requests and parse the returned media data.

Can I use command-line GIF search on macOS and Windows?

Yes, command-line Tenor GIF search works across Linux, macOS, and Windows environments, provided the systems have curl and jq installed to execute the API queries and process the responses.

What's the best way to get a reaction GIF for a chat thread or social post?

The best way to get a reaction GIF for a chat or social post is to run a configurable Tenor API search via curl, fetching the top result URL and downloading the media file directly to your local drive.

How does jq work with curl when finding Tenor GIFs?

jq works with curl by parsing the JSON output returned from the Tenor API search request, allowing you to extract specific media URLs from the response data for direct downloading.