gif-search

Search and download GIFs from the Tenor API using curl and jq.

1|Updated Jan 31, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Monjyu1101/AiDiy2026 --skill gif-search-monjyu1101
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: gif-search
Source: https://github.com/Monjyu1101/AiDiy2026/tree/main/backend_hermes/skills/media/gif-search
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Monjyu1101/AiDiy2026 --skill gif-search-monjyu1101

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

GIFs are a quick, visual way to convey tone in chats and content. This skill provides a lightweight, curl-based workflow to search and download GIFs directly from the Tenor API using curl and jq, without extra tooling.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Search GIFs by query using the Tenor API.
  • Retrieve URLs and download selected GIFs with a minimal, dependency-light workflow.
  • Use Case: enrich chats, social posts, and content production with ready-to-use GIFs.

Quick Start

Search for a GIF by query and download the top result.

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 the Tenor API using curl?

Searching and downloading GIFs from Tenor requires curl to query the API and jq to parse the JSON response. You send a query to the Tenor search endpoint and extract the returned GIF URLs for download.

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

Yes, you need a TENOR_API_KEY environment variable to authenticate requests. You must set this environment variable before executing curl commands against the Tenor search endpoint.

What is the best way to enrich chat responses with GIFs programmatically?

Using a dependency-light curl and jq workflow is the best way to enrich chat responses with GIFs. It queries the Tenor API directly to fetch quick visual media without requiring extra tooling or heavy libraries.

Does this GIF search workflow require any extra tooling beyond curl and jq?

No, this GIF search workflow requires no extra tooling beyond curl and jq. It is a minimal, dependency-light solution designed to directly interact with the Tenor API and download media.

Can I use curl and jq to retrieve GIF URLs for social media posts?

Yes, you can use curl and jq to retrieve GIF URLs for social media posts. The skill queries the Tenor API and parses the JSON response to extract ready-to-use visual media links for content production.