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media

Automate audio playback, voice recording, and camera capture on Android via Termux.

369|29|Updated Feb 3, 2026
Search Tags:#media#android#playback#recording#camera#termux
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/mikeyobrien/rho --skill media
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: media
Source: https://github.com/mikeyobrien/rho/tree/main/platforms/android/skills/media
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mikeyobrien/rho --skill media

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill enables Android users to automate basic media tasks from Termux: playback, microphone recording, and camera capture.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Audio Playback: control playback of local audio files using termux-media-player.
  • Microphone Recording: capture audio with flexible options like duration, encoder, bitrate, and sample rate using termux-microphone-record.
  • Camera Photo & Information: capture photos with termux-camera-photo and query device camera info with termux-camera-info. Use cases include quick on-device media capture for vlogging, documentation, or reminders.

Quick Start

  • Test audio playback: termux-media-player play /path/to/file.mp3
  • Record a short clip: termux-microphone-record -f /sdcard/test.m4a -l 10
  • Take a photo: termux-camera-photo /sdcard/photo.jpg
  • Optional: check camera capabilities with termux-camera-info

Frequently Asked Questions about media

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I play audio files on Android using Termux?▼

Audio playback on Android through Termux uses the termux-media-player package to control local audio files. Install termux-media-player, then run `termux-media-player play /path/to/file.mp3` to start playback of MP3 or other supported formats directly from your device.

Can I record microphone audio on Android without leaving Termux?▼

Microphone recording on Android is automated through Termux's termux-microphone-record package, which captures audio with configurable duration, encoder, bitrate, and sample rate. Use `termux-microphone-record -f /sdcard/output.m4a -l 10` to record a 10-second clip to your storage.

What's the best way to capture photos from an Android device in Termux?▼

Camera photo capture on Android is handled by termux-camera-photo, which automates on-device image capture without a GUI. Run `termux-camera-photo /sdcard/photo.jpg` to save a photo directly, or use termux-camera-info to check your device's camera capabilities beforehand.

Does Termux support automating media tasks for on-the-go content creation?▼

Termux automates on-device media tasks—playback, voice recording, and camera capture—making it suited for vlogging, documentation, and quick media logging workflows. The required packages (termux-media-player, termux-microphone-record, termux-camera-photo) enable end-to-end content creation without external tools.

What are the limitations when using Termux for Android media automation?▼

Termux media automation requires three specific packages (termux-media-player, termux-microphone-record, termux-camera-photo) to be installed on your device. Performance and format support depend on your Android version and available device hardware; advanced editing or batch processing is outside this Skill's scope.

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