gifgrep

Search GIF providers, preview results, and download or extract frames.

Updated Aug 23, 2026

Search Tags:#search #content creation #animation #gif #download #extract

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/MettaMazza/ErnOS --skill gifgrep-mettamazza

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Skill: gifgrep
Source: https://github.com/MettaMazza/ErnOS/tree/main/skills/gifgrep
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/MettaMazza/ErnOS --skill gifgrep-mettamazza

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies the process of finding, downloading, and extracting specific frames or sheets from animated GIFs, streamlining content creation and review.

Core Features & Use Cases

GIF Search & Preview: Search providers like Tenor and Giphy, with TUI and CLI previews.
Download & Extract: Download full GIFs or extract individual stills and frame sheets.
Use Case: Quickly find a GIF of a cat jumping, download it, and extract a single frame as a PNG for a presentation slide.

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 for and download animated GIFs from Giphy and Tenor?▼

You can search for animated GIFs from providers like Giphy and Tenor by previewing results in a CLI or TUI interface, then downloading your selected files. This functionality requires obtaining specific API keys from those providers to authenticate the search requests.

Can I extract still frames from an animated GIF for a presentation?▼

Yes, you can extract individual still frames or complete frame sheets from animated GIFs. This allows you to isolate a specific image from an animation to use in content creation, documentation, or presentation slides.

Do I need API keys to search and download GIFs?▼

Yes, you need specific API keys for GIF providers like Giphy and Tenor to use the search and download features. These keys are required to authenticate your requests and access the content from those external platforms.

What is the best way to preview GIF search results without leaving the terminal?▼

You can preview GIF search results directly in your terminal using the built-in CLI and TUI preview modes. This allows you to review animations from providers like Tenor and Giphy before downloading them.

How do I extract a complete frame sheet from a GIF animation?▼

You can extract a complete frame sheet from an animated GIF by using the extraction feature after downloading the file. This generates a comprehensive sheet of still frames for detailed content review and documentation.