gifgrep

Search and download GIFs from Tenor and Giphy via CLI or TUI.

3|Updated Mar 15, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ai-in-pm/NemoClawd --skill gifgrep-ai-in-pm
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Skill: gifgrep
Source: https://github.com/ai-in-pm/NemoClawd/tree/main/apps/clawdbot-main/skills/gifgrep
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ai-in-pm/NemoClawd --skill gifgrep-ai-in-pm

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires gifgrep, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Manages the search for and download of GIFs, offering an easy way to access animated content.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Search GIFs: Locate GIFs from popular providers such as Tenor and Giphy.
  • Preview and Download: View GIFs with a TUI or directly download them.
  • Extract Frames: Extract stills or sheets from a GIF for documentation or review.
  • Use Case: Quick access to the perfect GIF for a meme or a social media post.

Quick Start

Use the gifgrep command with a search term and the --max option to download the top results. For example, to download the first five GIFs of cats, you can type: gifgrep cats --max 5.

Frequently Asked Questions about gifgrep

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I download GIFs from the command line?

You can download GIFs directly from the command line by running a search query with your desired keyword and specifying the maximum number of results to fetch.

Can I search Tenor and Giphy without a web browser?

Yes, you can search Tenor and Giphy without a web browser by using a command-line interface, provided you supply the required API keys for those specified providers.

How do I extract frames from a GIF for documentation?

To extract frames from a GIF for documentation, use the frame extraction functionality to pull stills or sheets from the animated file directly through your terminal interface.

Does gifgrep support outputting search results as JSON for piped operations?

Yes, gifgrep supports outputting search results as JSON, allowing you to pipe the retrieved media data into other command-line tools for further processing.

Do I need API keys to search for media using a TUI?

Yes, you need API keys to search for media using a TUI, as the tool requires authentication with specified sources like Tenor and Giphy to retrieve animated content.