gifgrep

Search Tenor and Giphy GIFs, preview in TUI or CLI, download, and extract frames.

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npx skills add https://github.com/linuxhsj/openclaw-zero-token --skill gifgrep-linuxhsj

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Skill: gifgrep
Source: https://github.com/linuxhsj/openclaw-zero-token/tree/main/skills/gifgrep
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/linuxhsj/openclaw-zero-token --skill gifgrep-linuxhsj

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the process of finding, downloading, and extracting frames from GIF files, streamlining content creation and review.

Core Features & Use Cases

GIF Search & Preview: Search GIF providers like Tenor and Giphy with CLI or TUI interfaces and preview results.
Download & Extraction: Download GIFs and extract individual still frames or create a grid of frames (sheets) for easy analysis or sharing.
Use Case: Quickly find and download 5 relevant GIFs for a presentation, then extract a specific frame from one to use as a thumbnail.

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 GIFs from the command line?▼

You can search and download GIFs from the command line by querying Tenor or Giphy, previewing results in a TUI or CLI, and downloading selected GIF files directly to your local system.

Can I extract still frames from a downloaded GIF for a presentation thumbnail?▼

Yes, you can extract still frames from a downloaded GIF. The tool isolates individual images or generates a frame sheet grid for easy analysis and content repurposing like thumbnails.

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

Tenor and Giphy search supports optional API key configuration. Providing keys enables full provider database access for searching and downloading GIFs through the CLI interface.

What is the best way to preview GIF search results without a graphical interface?▼

The best way to preview GIF search results without a graphical interface is using a text user interface (TUI) or CLI to review and select GIFs directly from the terminal before downloading.

How do I download multiple GIFs at once from a search query?▼

You can download multiple GIFs at once by running a search query and specifying the number of top results to retrieve, automating bulk GIF downloads for content creation needs.

Are there limitations when extracting frames from GIF files via CLI?▼

Extracting frames from GIF files via CLI generates still images or grid sheets, but limitations depend on source file quality and provider access. Complex animations may require manual frame selection.