gifgrep

Name: gifgrep
Availability: InStock
Author: lehalpaul

Search Giphy and Tenor GIFs, preview in a TUI, and extract frames.

Updated Feb 4, 2026

Search Tags:#search #animation #gif #download #tui #frame extraction

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/lehalpaul/agents --skill gifgrep-lehalpaul

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

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

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

Core Features & Use Cases

GIF Search: Search providers like Tenor and Giphy for animated GIFs.
TUI Browsing: Interact with search results in a Terminal User Interface for easy previewing.
Download & Extract: Download GIFs and extract individual frames as stills or create a grid of frames (sheets).
Use Case: Quickly find a GIF of a cat jumping, download it, and extract a single frame as a PNG to use in a presentation.

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 from Giphy or Tenor by using this Skill to query the provider APIs, preview results in a Terminal User Interface, and save the files locally.

Can I extract still frames from an animated GIF as PNG files?▼

Yes, you can extract still frames from an animated GIF as PNG files. The Skill supports frame extraction to pull individual stills or create a grid of frames for easy viewing.

Do I need the gifgrep binary installed to search for GIFs in the terminal?▼

Yes, you need the gifgrep binary installed to search for GIFs in the terminal. The Skill operates as a wrapper around this binary to enable its Terminal User Interface and API search features.

What is the best way to preview GIF search results without opening a browser?▼

The best way to preview GIF search results without a browser is to use this Skill's Terminal User Interface, which allows you to interactively browse and inspect Giphy and Tenor search results directly in your terminal.

Can I output GIF search results as JSON data for automation?▼

Yes, you can output GIF search results as JSON data. The Skill includes options for JSON output, allowing you to integrate search results from Giphy and Tenor into automated workflows or scripts.