image-fetcher

Download single or batch images from URLs with Python and requests.

17|8|Updated Oct 21, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Interstellar-code/claud-skills --skill image-fetcher
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: image-fetcher
Source: https://github.com/Interstellar-code/claud-skills/tree/main/.claude/skills/image-fetcher
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Interstellar-code/claud-skills --skill image-fetcher

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires requests, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill enables you to fetch and download images from the internet in multiple formats, allowing easy embedding in documents, chats, or presentations without manual saving.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Single Image Download: Download a single image from a URL to a local directory with automatic format detection.
  • Batch Image Download: Download multiple images from a list of URLs with a summary report.
  • Format Detection & Saving: Automatically detects image formats and saves with an appropriate extension.
  • Use Case: Fetch a chart for a presentation or save a logo from a vendor site for branding.

Quick Start

Use the image-fetcher to download an image from https://example.com/chart.png to ./downloads with the filename chart.png

Frequently Asked Questions about image-fetcher

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I download images from URLs for embedding in documents?

To download images from URLs, you can use an automated script to fetch and save files locally for embedding. This skill accepts URLs and saves images with auto-detected formats to your specified directory.

Can I batch download multiple images from a list of web links?

Yes, you can batch download multiple images from a list of web links. The process fetches each image sequentially and generates a summary report detailing the success or failure of each download.

How does automatic image format detection work when fetching files from the web?

Automatic image format detection works by analyzing the fetched web response to identify the image type. The script then saves the file locally with the appropriate extension, eliminating the need to manually specify formats.

Do I need the requests library to fetch web images in Python?

Yes, the requests library is required to fetch web images in Python. This dependency handles the underlying HTTP requests needed to retrieve image data from URLs and save it locally.

What is the best way to handle errors during single and batch image downloads?

The best way to handle errors during image downloads is using a script that catches common exceptions across image types. This skill handles these errors automatically during both single and batch fetches to prevent task interruption.

Can I specify a custom filename and output directory when fetching images?

Yes, you can specify a custom filename and an optional output directory when fetching images. This allows you to save downloaded charts or logos to specific local paths like ./downloads for organized document embedding.