gif-search

Search Tenor by keyword and download GIFs using the Tenor API.

2|Updated Apr 25, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/john-data-chen/hermes-agent-backup --skill gif-search-john-data-chen
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: gif-search
Source: https://github.com/john-data-chen/hermes-agent-backup/tree/main/skills/media/gif-search
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/john-data-chen/hermes-agent-backup --skill gif-search-john-data-chen

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This tool helps you quickly locate and download GIFs from the Tenor API to enrich messages, content, or workflows without manual browsing.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Search: Query Tenor by keywords to discover relevant GIFs for chat, content, or campaigns.
  • Download: Retrieve direct GIF URLs and save them for embedding or sharing.
  • Use Case: Integrate GIF search into chatbots, social posts, or automated content generation with minimal setup.

Quick Start

Search for a GIF using a keyword and download the top result with your TENOR_API_KEY.

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 curl and jq?

To search and download GIFs from Tenor, you query the Tenor API with curl using a keyword and parse the JSON response with jq to extract direct media URLs. This requires a valid TENOR_API_KEY in your environment. You can then retrieve and save the top result for embedding or sharing.

What is needed to query the Tenor API for GIF assets?

Querying the Tenor API for GIF assets requires a valid TENOR_API_KEY set in your environment, along with curl and jq installed. The API key authenticates your requests, curl fetches the API responses, and jq parses the JSON data to extract the direct GIF URLs.

Can I use Tenor GIF search for automated content generation and chatbots?

Yes, you can use Tenor GIF search for automated content generation and chatbots. The tool queries the Tenor API by keyword to discover relevant GIFs and retrieves direct URLs, allowing you to integrate lightweight media assets into social posts or automated messaging workflows with minimal setup.

What is the best way to find quick media assets for chat content creation?

The best way to find quick media assets for chat content creation is querying the Tenor API by keyword. This approach fetches relevant GIFs directly via curl and parses them with jq, streamlining meme generation and quick media embedding workflows without manual browsing.

Does this Tenor GIF download method require manual browsing?

No, this Tenor GIF download method does not require manual browsing. It automates locating and downloading GIFs by querying the Tenor API with curl and parsing the responses with jq, allowing you to directly retrieve media URLs for chat, content, or campaigns.