gif-search

Name: gif-search
Availability: InStock
Author: zangjeicy

Search and retrieve GIF media files from the Tenor API using curl and jq.

Updated Jul 13, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #api #search #media #gif #tenor

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/zangjeicy/Hermes --skill gif-search-zangjeicy

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: gif-search
Source: https://github.com/zangjeicy/Hermes/tree/main/skills/media/gif-search
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/zangjeicy/Hermes --skill gif-search-zangjeicy

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 or visual media, allowing you to fetch high-quality content directly within your terminal or agent workflow.

Core Features & Use Cases

Direct API Integration: Search the Tenor database using natural language queries to retrieve specific GIF URLs.
Format Flexibility: Access various media formats including full-quality GIFs, tiny previews, and MP4 video versions.
Use Case: When you need to add visual flair to a chat response or documentation, use this skill to instantly pull a relevant reaction GIF without leaving your current environment.

Quick Start

Use the gif-search skill to find and download the top GIF 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 GIFs from the command line using the Tenor API?▼

You can search for GIFs from the command line by querying the Tenor API with natural language terms. This retrieves specific GIF URLs directly in your terminal using curl to fetch data and jq to process the JSON responses.

What do I need to download GIF media files via an API in my terminal?▼

To download GIF media files via an API in your terminal, you need a valid Tenor API key and standard system utilities. Specifically, it requires curl for making HTTP requests and jq for parsing the returned JSON data.

Can I retrieve different media formats like MP4 videos when searching the Tenor database?▼

Yes, you can retrieve different media formats when searching the Tenor database. The integration supports accessing full-quality GIFs, tiny preview formats, and MP4 video versions to facilitate various content generation workflows.

What is the best way to integrate reaction GIFs into automated chat workflows?▼

The best way to integrate reaction GIFs into automated chat workflows is using direct API integration. This allows you to fetch high-quality visual assets programmatically without manually browsing web browsers or leaving your current environment.

Does this GIF search approach work without leaving my agent workflow environment?▼

Yes, this GIF search approach works entirely within your agent workflow environment. It removes the friction of manual web browsing by fetching visual media directly through command-line tools and API requests.

Why use command line tools instead of a web browser to find visual media?▼

You use command line tools instead of a web browser to find visual media to remove manual browsing friction. This method allows automated content generation workflows to instantly pull relevant reaction GIFs and integrate visual assets into chat interfaces programmatically.