gifgrep

Search Tenor or Giphy GIFs via CLI/TUI and export stills or sprite sheets.

Updated Jan 28, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/xcriminal1/Xcriminal-bot --skill gifgrep-xcriminal1
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: gifgrep
Source: https://github.com/xcriminal1/Xcriminal-bot/tree/main/skills/gifgrep
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/xcriminal1/Xcriminal-bot --skill gifgrep-xcriminal1

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Discovering and organizing GIFs for projects is time-consuming. gifgrep speeds up this workflow by enabling search, previews, and direct downloads of GIF assets.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Search GIF providers (Tenor/Giphy) from the CLI/TUI and filter results by keywords or source.
  • Preview results inline and generate stills or sprite sheets for quick sharing and design pipelines.
  • Download selected GIFs to a local directory and export frames as still images or a grid sheet.

Quick Start

Run gifgrep to search for GIFs, preview results, and download the desired stills or sheets.

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 and extract still images from the command line?

You can search for GIFs and extract stills using a CLI or TUI to query providers, preview results inline, and download selected frames as still images directly to a local directory.

What is the best way to generate sprite sheets from downloaded GIFs?

Generating sprite sheets from downloaded GIFs involves exporting the selected GIF frames into a grid sheet format, providing a quick visual overview for design pipelines and documentation workflows.

Do I need an API key to search Tenor or Giphy for GIFs?

Yes, you need a provider API key to search Tenor or Giphy. The system supports API key handling to authenticate search queries and retrieve GIF results from these external providers.

Can I preview GIF search results inline before downloading them?

Yes, you can preview GIF search results inline before downloading. The interface allows you to filter results by keywords or source and view them directly within the CLI or TUI environment.

How does exporting GIF frames as JSON results help content creation?

Exporting GIF frames as JSON results provides structured metadata for content creation pipelines, allowing automated workflows to process still images and sprite sheets alongside the downloaded GIF assets.

Are there limitations when using a CLI to discover GIFs for social media assets?

Limitations when using a CLI to discover GIFs for social media assets include relying on external provider API availability and rate limits, as the workflow depends on querying Tenor or Giphy to fetch results.