gifgrep

Search Tenor and Giphy GIFs via CLI or TUI, then download or extract frames.

5|Updated Feb 2, 2026

Search Tags:#search #media #animation #gif #download #tui

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npx skills add https://github.com/0xHoneyJar/loa-beauvoir --skill gifgrep-0xhoneyjar

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Skill: gifgrep
Source: https://github.com/0xHoneyJar/loa-beauvoir/tree/main/skills/gifgrep
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/0xHoneyJar/loa-beauvoir --skill gifgrep-0xhoneyjar

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the process of finding and utilizing animated GIFs by providing a powerful command-line tool for searching, previewing, downloading, and extracting frames from GIF files.

Core Features & Use Cases

GIF Search: Search major GIF providers like Tenor and Giphy.
TUI Preview: Browse search results interactively in a Terminal User Interface.
Download & Extract: Download GIFs or extract individual frames as still images or sheets.
Use Case: Quickly find a relevant GIF for a presentation, download it, and extract a specific frame as a static image for use in documentation.

Quick Start

Search for GIFs of cats and download the top 5 results.

Frequently Asked Questions about gifgrep

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I search and download GIFs from Tenor and Giphy via command line?▼

You can search and download GIFs from Tenor and Giphy using a command-line tool that queries providers, returns results as JSON or direct URLs, and retrieves files. It supports downloading the top results for specific search terms.

Can I extract still images or frames from an animated GIF in a terminal?▼

You can extract still images or frames from an animated GIF in a terminal using built-in extraction features. This allows you to pull individual frames or generate sheets from downloaded GIF files for static use cases like documentation.

Is there a TUI for browsing and previewing GIF search results interactively?▼

A Terminal User Interface (TUI) is available for browsing and previewing GIF search results interactively. It allows you to visually navigate search matches and configure display preferences before downloading your selected files.

Do I need API keys to search for GIFs using this command-line tool?▼

API keys are optional for searching GIFs but can be configured to access providers like Tenor and Giphy. Setting up API keys allows you to authenticate requests and retrieve search results directly through the interface.

What is the best way to get a static image from a GIF for presentation slides?▼

The best way to get a static image from a GIF for presentation slides is to download the GIF and extract a specific frame. The tool supports extracting individual stills from animated files for use in static formats like documentation or slides.

Can I get GIF search results as JSON data instead of downloading files?▼

You can get GIF search results as JSON data instead of downloading files. The tool supports various output formats, allowing you to return search matches as JSON data or direct URLs for integration into other workflows.