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gifgrep

Search, preview, and batch download GIFs from multiple providers via CLI/TUI.

4|2|Updated Mar 16, 2026
Search Tags:#cli#gif#download#tui#gifgrep#still#sheet
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/0xKobold/0xkobolds --skill gifgrep-0xkobold
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: gifgrep
Source: https://github.com/0xKobold/0xkobolds/tree/main/skills/gifgrep
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/0xKobold/0xkobolds --skill gifgrep-0xkobold

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

GIF discovery for creative workflows often requires manual searches across multiple providers, wasting time and disrupting momentum. gifgrep consolidates search, preview, and download into a single CLI/TUI workflow.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Provider-agnostic search: query multiple GIF providers and receive structured results with metadata.
  • Interactive previews: browse results in a terminal UI and select items for download or extraction.
  • Batch download & extraction: download selected GIFs and generate stills or sprite sheets as needed for quick sharing.
  • Use Case: A design team needs a batch of GIFs for a social campaign; they search, preview, and download a curated set in one session.

Quick Start

Run gifgrep with a query like cats to fetch and preview GIF 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 the terminal?▼

To search and download GIFs from the terminal, use a CLI/TUI interface to query multiple providers, preview results interactively, and batch download selected media assets directly to your local machine.

Can I generate still images or sprite sheets from downloaded GIFs?▼

Yes, you can generate still images or sprite sheets from downloaded GIFs. The tool supports media handling that includes optional format conversion and extraction for quick sharing in creative workflows.

What is the best way to batch download GIFs for a social media campaign?▼

The best way to batch download GIFs for a social media campaign is using a terminal UI to query multiple providers, preview structured metadata, and download a curated set of assets in a single session.

Does CLI GIF search support previews before downloading files?▼

Yes, CLI GIF search supports interactive previews before downloading files. You can browse structured results with metadata in a terminal UI and select specific items for download or extraction.

Are there limitations to retrieving GIFs through a terminal UI?▼

Retrieving GIFs through a terminal UI requires a compatible command line environment and depends on available provider integrations. It is designed for on-demand media retrieval rather than automated background fetching.

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