gifgrep

Search Tenor and Giphy GIFs, preview, download, and extract frames via TUI.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/StanH123h/clawdbot-self-use --skill gifgrep-stanh123h
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: gifgrep
Source: https://github.com/StanH123h/clawdbot-self-use/tree/main/skills/gifgrep
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/StanH123h/clawdbot-self-use --skill gifgrep-stanh123h

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

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

Core Features & Use Cases

  • GIF Search: Search GIF providers like Tenor and Giphy directly from your command line.
  • TUI Browsing: Interact with search results in a Terminal User Interface for easy previewing.
  • Download & Extract: Download GIFs and extract individual still frames or create image sheets from sequences.
  • Use Case: Quickly find a relevant GIF for a chat message, download it, and then extract a specific frame to use as a thumbnail 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 GIFs from Giphy or Tenor via the command line?

You can search and download GIFs directly from command-line interfaces by querying providers like Giphy and Tenor. This Skill allows users to input search terms, preview results in a TUI, and download selected animated GIFs for local media asset management.

Can I extract still frames or image sheets from an animated GIF?

Yes, you can extract still frames or generate image sheets from animated GIFs. After downloading a GIF, this Skill processes the animation sequence to isolate individual frames or compile them into a single sheet for thumbnail extraction.

Do I need API keys to search and download GIFs from media providers?

Yes, you need specific API keys to access certain GIF providers like Tenor and Giphy. Acquiring these provider API keys is a required prerequisite to authenticate search queries and retrieve downloadable GIF media assets through the command-line tool.

What is the best way to browse and preview GIF search results in a terminal?

The best way to browse and preview GIF search results in a terminal is by using a Terminal User Interface (TUI). This Skill provides a TUI browsing mode that lets you interactively preview, select, and download GIFs without leaving your command-line environment.

How do I install and set up a command-line GIF search tool using Homebrew or Go?

You can install this command-line GIF search tool using package managers like Homebrew or Go. Once installed via your preferred package manager, configure your specific provider API keys to begin searching, previewing, and downloading GIF media.

Can I download the top GIF search results in bulk from the command line?

Yes, you can download multiple GIF search results in bulk from the command line. For example, you can search for a specific term and automatically download the top several GIF results, streamlining media asset acquisition for presentations or chat messages.