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vcr-manifest-author

Author and validate VCR .vcr YAML manifests for 2D motion graphics rendering.

22|Updated Feb 10, 2026
Search Tags:#rendering#yaml#manifest#animation#motion graphics#vcr
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/coltonbatts/VCR --skill vcr-manifest-author
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: vcr-manifest-author
Source: https://github.com/coltonbatts/VCR/tree/main/.skills/vcr-manifest-author
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/coltonbatts/VCR --skill vcr-manifest-author

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps users create and refine VCR .vcr YAML manifests, ensuring they are valid and ready for deterministic 2D motion graphics rendering.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Manifest Authoring: Write and modify VCR scene descriptions in YAML format.
  • Schema Validation: Check manifests against the VCR schema to catch errors early.
  • Visual Verification: Render single frames for quick previews of scene elements.
  • Parameter Management: Inspect and apply parameter overrides for dynamic scenes.
  • Use Case: You need to create a new animated intro sequence for a video project. You'll use this Skill to write the YAML manifest, validate its structure, preview individual frames, and then build the final ProRes video.

Quick Start

Use the vcr-manifest-author skill to check the validity of the scene manifest 'intro.vcr'.

Frequently Asked Questions about vcr-manifest-author

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I author and validate a VCR YAML manifest for 2D motion graphics?▼

To author and validate a VCR YAML manifest, you write scene descriptions, modify layer behavior, and add expressions before running the `vcr check` command to validate the manifest schema for deterministic 2D motion graphics rendering.

Can I preview individual frames before building a final ProRes video from a VCR manifest?▼

Yes, you can preview individual frames from a VCR manifest by using the `vcr render-frame` command, allowing you to visually verify scene elements before executing the final `vcr build` command to render the ProRes video.

How do I apply parameter overrides for dynamic scenes in a VCR manifest?▼

You apply parameter overrides for dynamic scenes by inspecting and modifying expression parameters directly within the YAML manifest, ensuring the scene logic adapts dynamically before running the `vcr check` schema validation.

What is the best way to structure an animated intro sequence using VCR manifests?▼

The best way to structure an animated intro sequence using VCR manifests is to define new scenes and layer behaviors in YAML, validate the structure with `vcr check`, preview frames with `vcr render-frame`, and build with `vcr build`.

Do I need specific CLI commands to execute the VCR manifest workflow?▼

Yes, executing the VCR manifest workflow requires the `vcr check`, `vcr render-frame`, and `vcr build` commands to validate the schema, render single frames for visual verification, and build the final ProRes video respectively.

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