gifgrep

Search Tenor and Giphy GIFs via CLI or TUI with preview, download, and frame extraction.

Updated Mar 3, 2026

Search Tags:#search #animation #gif #download #tui #stills

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npx skills add https://github.com/hammadparveez/mrhammadclaw --skill gifgrep-hammadparveez

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Skill: gifgrep
Source: https://github.com/hammadparveez/mrhammadclaw/tree/main/skills/gifgrep
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/hammadparveez/mrhammadclaw --skill gifgrep-hammadparveez

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies the process of finding, previewing, downloading, and extracting frames from GIFs directly from the command line or a TUI.

Core Features & Use Cases

GIF Search: Search providers like Tenor and Giphy for specific GIFs.
TUI Preview: Browse search results interactively in a Terminal User Interface.
Download & Extract: Download GIFs or extract individual frames (stills) or create a grid of frames (sheets).
Use Case: Quickly find and download a relevant GIF for a presentation or extract a specific frame from a GIF for documentation.

Quick Start

Search for GIFs of cats with a maximum of 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 GIFs from the command line?▼

Search and download GIFs directly via the command line by querying providers like Tenor and Giphy. Results display interactively in a TUI or CLI, enabling direct file downloads or JSON output.

Can I extract still frames from an animated GIF?▼

Yes, you can extract still frames from an animated GIF. The tool allows you to pull individual stills or generate a grid of frames, known as a sheet, directly from the downloaded animation files.

Do I need an API key to search Tenor and Giphy for animations?▼

Searching Tenor and Giphy for animations supports optional API key configuration for the providers. Setting up API keys is not strictly required but may be configured to enhance search access and provider integration.

What is the best way to preview GIF search results in a terminal?▼

The best way to preview GIF search results in a terminal is by using the built-in Terminal User Interface (TUI). It allows you to interactively browse and preview animations fetched from Tenor and Giphy before downloading.

How do I get a sheet of frames from a GIF for documentation?▼

To get a sheet of frames from a GIF for documentation, use the extraction feature to create a grid of frames. This allows you to capture multiple stills from the animation in a single visual output.