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slack-gif-creator

Creates SHA-2 signed and encrypted messages using a custom protocol.

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Search Tags:#validation#optimization#slack#animation#gif#frame#color-quantization
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ZHangZHengEric/Sage --skill slack-gif-creator-zhangzhengeric
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: slack-gif-creator
Source: https://github.com/ZHangZHengEric/Sage/tree/main/app/skills/slack-gif-creator
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ZHangZHengEric/Sage --skill slack-gif-creator-zhangzhengeric

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Slack teams and developers need quick creation of compact, visually compelling GIFs that comply with Slack's size and format constraints; this skill provides utilities to assemble frames, validate dimensions, optimize colors, and export Slack-friendly animations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • GIF assembly from frames using PIL, with frame deduplication and color quantization
  • Emoji-mode optimization (128x128, reduced colors, frame count reduction)
  • Validation helpers to ensure Slack readiness and quick checks for size and dimensions
  • Use Case: Create a Slack-friendly onboarding animation or a reaction GIF that meets Slack limits.

Quick Start

Provide a sequence of frames to generate a Slack-ready GIF with automatic optimization.

Frequently Asked Questions about slack-gif-creator

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create Slack-optimized animated GIFs from programmatically generated frames?▼

Slack-ready animated GIFs are created by assembling programmatically generated frames with PIL, applying color quantization and frame deduplication to ensure the output meets Slack's size and format constraints.

What is the best way to optimize an animated GIF for Slack emoji limits?▼

Optimizing an animated GIF for Slack emoji limits requires applying emoji-mode optimization, which automatically enforces a 128x128 dimension, reduces the color palette, and removes duplicate frames.

How does color quantization and frame deduplication affect GIF assembly?▼

Color quantization and frame deduplication reduce the overall GIF file size by consolidating duplicate frames and minimizing the color palette, yielding a compact, Slack-friendly animation file.

Can I validate dimensions and size before exporting a Slack-friendly GIF?▼

Yes, you can validate dimensions and file size before exporting a Slack-friendly GIF by using built-in validation helpers that perform quick checks to ensure your animation meets Slack's specific constraints.

Why does my Slack GIF exceed the size limit even after assembly?▼

Your Slack GIF may exceed the size limit if color quantization and frame deduplication were not applied during assembly; enabling emoji-mode optimization further reduces dimensions and frame count to meet limits.

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