gifgrep

Search GIF providers, download GIFs, and extract stills or sheets via CLI and TUI.

23|10|Updated Feb 9, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/deepgram/dglabs-deepclaw --skill gifgrep-deepgram
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Skill: gifgrep
Source: https://github.com/deepgram/dglabs-deepclaw/tree/main/skills/gifgrep
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/deepgram/dglabs-deepclaw --skill gifgrep-deepgram

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

Finding, downloading, and extracting stills from GIFs can be a manual process, often requiring multiple tools and steps. This skill streamlines this workflow by combining search, download, and extraction functions into a single interface.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Search and Download GIFs: Quick search across various GIF providers and download your top choices directly from the terminal or with a text-based user interface (TUI).
  • Extract Stills or Sheets: Extract frames or sheets from GIFs, useful for use in presentations, social media posts, or documentation.
  • Use Case: Searching for a collection of 'coffee break' GIFs to share with team, download, and extract a few frames for a custom meme.

Quick Start

Run gifgrep "coffee break" --max 10 to find and download up to 10 GIFs with the tag 'coffee break'.

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?

You can search and download GIFs directly from the terminal or a text-based user interface by running a command like `gifgrep "coffee break" --max 10` to fetch up to 10 matching GIFs. The skill integrates search and download functions into a single interface.

Can I extract still frames from a GIF for presentations?

Yes, you can extract stills or frame sheets from GIFs for use in presentations, social media posts, or documentation. This skill combines the extraction process with search and download functions to streamline your workflow.

Do I need API keys to use GIPHY and TENOR for GIF search?

Yes, you need GIPHY and TENOR API keys if you intend to use those specific GIF search providers. You must also have the `gifgrep` command-line tool installed on your system to execute the search, download, and extraction operations.

What is the best way to automate downloading multiple GIFs?

The best way to automate downloading multiple GIFs is using the CLI, which allows you to specify search queries and maximum results. For example, running `gifgrep "query" --max 10` will find and automatically download up to 10 GIFs matching your tag.

Does this skill provide a text-based user interface for GIF extraction?

Yes, the skill provides a text-based user interface (TUI) alongside the command-line interface (CLI) for searching, downloading, and extracting GIFs. This allows you to quickly gather and process GIFs directly from your terminal environment.