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gifgrep

Search Tenor and Giphy GIFs via CLI or TUI with preview and download options.

Updated Feb 10, 2026
Search Tags:#search#animation#gif#download#frames#giphy#tenor
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/cogpy/clawcog --skill gifgrep-cogpy
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: gifgrep
Source: https://github.com/cogpy/clawcog/tree/main/skills/gifgrep
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cogpy/clawcog --skill gifgrep-cogpy

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the process of finding, previewing, downloading, and extracting frames from animated GIFs, making it easier to use them in various contexts.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • GIF Search & Preview: Search GIF providers like Tenor and Giphy, with TUI and CLI previews.
  • Download & Extract: Download GIFs and extract individual stills or create frame sheets for analysis.
  • Use Case: Quickly find a relevant GIF for a presentation, download it, and extract a single frame to use as a static image.

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 animated GIFs from Giphy or Tenor?▼

You can search and download animated GIFs by using the CLI or TUI to query providers like Giphy and Tenor, preview the results, and download the top matches directly to your local environment.

Can I extract still frames or image sheets from a downloaded GIF?▼

Yes, you can extract individual still frames or generate a complete frame sheet from a downloaded GIF. This allows you to analyze the animation or use specific static images from the sequence.

Do I need to install any dependencies to search for GIFs?▼

Yes, you must have the gifgrep binary installed on your system before you can search, preview, and download GIFs or extract frames from the animation providers.

What output formats are supported when extracting GIF frames?▼

The tool supports various output formats including JSON and pipe-friendly fields, allowing you to easily integrate extracted GIF frames and metadata into other scripts or automated workflows.

How can I customize GIF search behavior and preview settings?▼

You can customize search behavior and preview settings by adjusting environment variables, which allows you to tweak the tool's configuration for specific GIF queries and output preferences.

Is there a way to preview GIFs in the terminal before downloading?▼

Yes, the tool provides a text user interface (TUI) and CLI preview options, enabling you to view and evaluate GIF animations directly in your terminal before initiating the download.

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