gifgrep

Search and retrieve animated GIFs from Giphy and Tenor via CLI.

6|Updated Mar 13, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/me2Doc/friendlyclaw --skill gifgrep-me2doc
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Skill: gifgrep
Source: https://github.com/me2Doc/friendlyclaw/tree/main/body/skills/gifgrep
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/me2Doc/friendlyclaw --skill gifgrep-me2doc

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires gifgrep.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill solves the friction of finding, previewing, and manipulating animated GIFs by providing a unified CLI and TUI interface that eliminates the need for manual browser-based searching and external conversion tools.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Unified Search & Preview: Search Tenor and Giphy providers directly from your terminal with integrated TUI previews.
  • Advanced Extraction: Convert clips into still images or contact sheets (grids of frames) for documentation, PRs, or chat sharing.
  • Use Case: Quickly generate a 3x3 frame sheet from a product demo GIF to include in a technical report or pull request without leaving your command line.

Quick Start

Use the gifgrep skill to search for a specific topic and download the top result to your local machine.

Frequently Asked Questions about gifgrep

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I search for animated GIFs directly from the command line?

You can search for animated GIFs from the command line using a CLI interface that queries online providers like Tenor and Giphy, allowing you to retrieve and preview media without leaving the terminal.

Can I extract still frames from an animated GIF for technical documentation?

Yes, you can extract still frames or generate contact sheets from animated GIFs, which is useful for creating visual grids to embed in technical reports or pull requests.

What is the best way to preview GIFs without using a web browser?

The best way to preview GIFs without a web browser is by using an integrated TUI that provides visual previews directly within your terminal environment.

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

Optional API keys are required to search Giphy or Tenor if you want to integrate those specific online providers into your terminal-based GIF search workflow.

How do I create a 3x3 frame sheet from a product demo GIF?

You can create a 3x3 frame sheet by using advanced extraction features to convert a downloaded GIF into a grid of frames for documentation and chat sharing.