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terminal-demo-recorder

Record terminal sessions with VHS to generate videos or GIFs.

1|Updated Jun 3, 2025
Search Tags:#cli#video#terminal#gif#demo#recording#vhs
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jaysoo/dot-ai-config --skill terminal-demo-recorder
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: terminal-demo-recorder
Source: https://github.com/jaysoo/dot-ai-config/tree/main/dot_gemini/skills/terminal-demo-recorder
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jaysoo/dot-ai-config --skill terminal-demo-recorder

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Record terminal demos and tutorials from real sessions to simplify sharing and documentation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Record high-quality terminal sessions with VHS to generate videos or GIFs.
  • Customize output with fonts, themes, and dimensions for social media and tutorials.
  • Use cases include product demos, walkthroughs, and educational clips.

Quick Start

Provide the terminal commands you want recorded and VHS will generate a .tape file ready for playback.

Frequently Asked Questions about terminal-demo-recorder

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I record a terminal session as a video or GIF?▼

To record a terminal session as a video or GIF, provide your desired terminal commands to generate a .tape file, then run VHS to automatically produce the styled output media.

Can I customize the font and dimensions of a terminal recording?▼

Yes, you can customize terminal recording dimensions by applying styling controls within the generated .tape file to set specific font, theme, width, and height parameters.

What is a .tape file and how does VHS use it?▼

A .tape file is a script configuration generated from your provided terminal commands that VHS reads and executes to produce a recorded terminal video or GIF output.

Does terminal recording with VHS require any external dependencies?▼

No external dependencies are required for this terminal recording process, as the skill operates independently to generate the .tape file and run VHS without additional packages.

What is the best way to create terminal demos for social media clips?▼

The best way to create terminal demos for social media is to record authentic terminal interactions with VHS, customizing the output theme and dimensions for optimal visual presentation.

Why use VHS for recording terminal tutorials instead of screen capture?▼

Using VHS for terminal tutorials captures authentic command-line interactions directly from real sessions, ensuring higher quality and more reproducible documentation than general screen capture.

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