gifgrep

Search Tenor and Giphy for GIFs, preview, download, and convert to stills or sprite sheets.

Updated Jun 18, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/wangqianCAI/OBI --skill gifgrep-wangqiancai
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: gifgrep
Source: https://github.com/wangqianCAI/OBI/tree/main/skills/gifgrep
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/wangqianCAI/OBI --skill gifgrep-wangqiancai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill solves the friction of finding, previewing, and converting animated GIFs into usable static assets or sprite sheets for documentation and communication.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Search and Preview: Query Tenor or Giphy providers and browse results directly in a terminal interface.
  • Asset Extraction: Convert animated GIFs into individual still frames or grid-based sprite sheets for PRs and technical documentation.
  • Use Case: Quickly generate a 3x3 grid sheet from a screen recording to demonstrate a UI interaction in a project README.

Quick Start

Use the gifgrep skill to search for a cat GIF and download the first result to your downloads folder.

Frequently Asked Questions about gifgrep

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I search for GIFs from Tenor or Giphy directly in the terminal?

Search for GIFs in the terminal by querying Tenor or Giphy to retrieve, preview, and browse animated media within a terminal user interface. This process requires the gifgrep binary and optional API keys for specific provider integration.

Can I convert animated GIFs into sprite sheets for technical documentation?

Yes, you can convert animated GIFs into static still frames or grid-based sprite sheets for technical documentation. This allows you to extract usable static assets directly from animated media for PRs and project READMEs.

What do I need to download animated media using a CLI search tool?

To download animated media using a CLI search tool, you need the gifgrep binary installed. Optional API keys are also required to integrate and query specific media providers like Tenor or Giphy.

What is the best way to generate a grid sheet from a screen recording for a README?

The best way to generate a grid sheet from a screen recording is to convert the animated GIF into a grid-based sprite sheet. This extracts individual still frames, creating static project assets suitable for demonstrating UI interactions in documentation.

Why do I need API keys to search GIF providers with a terminal interface?

API keys are needed to search GIF providers with a terminal interface to authenticate and access specific provider integrations like Tenor or Giphy. While the binary handles the terminal UI and retrieval, API keys enable the provider connection.