reels

Convert legacy carousel slides into 9:16 Remotion MP4 reels.

Updated Feb 26, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/zerowater-may/howzero_threads --skill reels-zerowater-may
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Skill: reels
Source: https://github.com/zerowater-may/howzero_threads/tree/main/.claude/skills/reels
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/zerowater-may/howzero_threads --skill reels-zerowater-may

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

The legacy carousel-to-Reels skill converts old card-news carousel content (docs/content/carousel-*/) into modern 9:16 Remotion MP4 videos (1080x1920) for social formats, while excluding new zipsaja production paths.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automates the entire workflow from legacy carousel HTML sources to 9:16 video outputs using Remotion, including on-demand asset handling and brand scaffolding.
  • Supports re-capturing slides at 1080x1920, updating Remotion compositions, and rendering to MP4 with optional trimming and optimization.
  • Provides scaffold scripts to initialize brand-specific reels projects and quickly adapt to new brands like zipsaja, howzero, and braveyong.

Quick Start

Run the reels pipeline for your target carousel directory to generate a 9:16 Remotion reel.

Frequently Asked Questions about reels

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I convert legacy carousel slides into 9:16 vertical video?

To convert legacy carousel slides into 9:16 vertical video, you can use a Remotion rendering pipeline that re-captures HTML content at 1080x1920 and encodes it to MP4. This process automates the transformation of old card-news formats for social media.

What is the best way to automate social media video generation from old carousel content?

The best way to automate social media video generation from old carousel content is using a Remotion-based workflow that scaffolds brand-specific projects. It handles on-demand asset extraction and renders legacy slides directly into optimized 9:16 MP4 files.

Do I need FFmpeg and npm to render Remotion reels?

Yes, you need FFmpeg and npm or yarn to render Remotion reels. The workflow relies on npm or yarn for project setup and Remotion composition rendering, while FFmpeg is required for the final MP4 encoding and optional video trimming.

Can I apply brand-specific styling when converting carousels to Remotion videos?

Yes, you can apply brand-specific styling when converting carousels to Remotion videos. The workflow includes scaffold scripts to initialize projects and quickly adapt rendering compositions for new brands like zipsaja, howzero, and braveyong.

Does the carousel to reel conversion support video trimming and optimization?

Yes, the carousel to reel conversion supports video trimming and optimization. During the Remotion rendering phase, you can apply optional trimming to adjust video length and run optimization steps before the final FFmpeg MP4 encoding.