gifgrep

Search Tenor and Giphy GIFs with pipe-friendly CLI output.

2|Updated May 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/enclawed/enclawed-oss --skill gifgrep-enclawed
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: gifgrep
Source: https://github.com/enclawed/enclawed-oss/tree/main/skills/gifgrep
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/enclawed/enclawed-oss --skill gifgrep-enclawed

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

gifgrep removes the friction of finding, previewing, and saving the right GIFs by giving you a fast command-line workflow for search, browsing, download, and frame extraction.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Search Tenor and Giphy from the terminal with quick filters and pipe-friendly output.
  • Browse results in a TUI, preview animations, and download selected GIFs for local reuse.
  • Extract stills or frame sheets from GIF files for documentation, review, chat, or content production.

Quick Start

Ask the gifgrep skill to search for a GIF about your topic and return the best result for download or extraction.

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 or Giphy in the terminal?

Search and extract GIFs from Tenor or Giphy directly in the terminal using a command-line interface with TUI browsing, preview animations, and local download capabilities. It provides pipe-friendly JSON output for workflow automation.

Can I extract still frames or frame sheets from a GIF file for documentation?

Yes, extracting still frames or frame sheets from a GIF file supports documentation, review, chat, or content production workflows. This captures specific animation frames for static sharing and visual analysis.

Do I need API keys to search Giphy and Tenor from the command line?

Optional API keys provide source-specific access when searching Giphy and Tenor from the command line. A CLI environment with gifgrep installed is required, while keys depend on provider access requirements.

What is the best way to integrate GIF search results into an automated pipeline?

Integrating GIF search results into an automated pipeline utilizes JSON or pipe-friendly output formats. Query Tenor and Giphy with quick filters, passing retrieved animated image data directly to downstream automation tools.

Does gifgrep work without a graphical user interface for browsing GIF previews?

gifgrep operates without a graphical user interface by providing a TUI for browsing GIF previews. Navigate search results, preview animations, and select downloads entirely within your CLI environment.