gifgrep

Search Tenor and Giphy for GIFs, preview, download, and extract frames.

3|1|Updated Feb 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/SeanHogg/coderClaw --skill gifgrep-seanhogg
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Skill: gifgrep
Source: https://github.com/SeanHogg/coderClaw/tree/main/product/skills/gifgrep
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/SeanHogg/coderClaw --skill gifgrep-seanhogg

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the process of finding, previewing, downloading, and extracting frames from animated GIFs, making it easier to incorporate them into projects or share them.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • GIF Search: Search popular GIF providers like Tenor and Giphy directly from your command line.
  • TUI Browser: Interact with search results in a Terminal User Interface for easy previewing.
  • Download & Extract: Download GIFs or extract individual frames as still images or animated sheets.
  • Use Case: Quickly find and download a relevant GIF for a presentation slide or extract a specific frame from a GIF for use in documentation.

Quick Start

Use the gifgrep skill to search for '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 Giphy or Tenor directly in the terminal?

You can search and download GIFs from Giphy or Tenor directly in the terminal by using a command line tool that queries these providers, allowing you to preview results in a TUI and save files locally. API keys are required for provider access.

Can I extract still frames or animated sheets from a GIF?

Yes, you can extract still frames or animated sheets from a GIF. The tool processes downloaded animated GIFs to isolate individual frames or compile them into a static sheet for use in documentation and presentations.

Do I need API keys to search for GIFs using this command line tool?

Yes, you need API keys to search for GIFs using this command line tool. Accessing specific providers like Tenor and Giphy requires configuring the appropriate API keys in your environment.

What is a TUI browser for previewing GIF search results?

A TUI browser for previewing GIF search results is a Terminal User Interface that lets you interactively navigate, view, and select animated GIFs directly within your command line environment without a graphical interface.

Why are my software animations not working in the terminal GIF browser?

Your software animations might not be working because the GIFGREP_SOFTWARE_ANIM environment variable is not set. This variable is explicitly required to enable software animation rendering within the terminal interface.