video-analyser

Analyze screen recordings to detect errors, UI states, and reproduction steps.

7|2|Updated Apr 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/mthines/agent-skills --skill video-analyser
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Skill: video-analyser
Source: https://github.com/mthines/agent-skills/tree/main/skills/video-analyser
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mthines/agent-skills --skill video-analyser

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill enables automated analysis of video recordings to identify errors, UI states, and reproduction steps, streamlining debugging processes.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Video Error Detection: Automatically extract bugs, error messages, and exceptions from screen recordings.
  • UI State Observation: Assess UI changes and states during key moments for troubleshooting.
  • Use Case: A developer uploads a bug video showing a failed login; this Skill detects the error message and UI changes, helping reproduce the issue faster.

Quick Start

Upload a video of the bug scenario and ask the AI to analyze it for errors and UI states.

Frequently Asked Questions about video-analyser

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I analyze screen recordings to detect UI bugs and errors?

To analyze screen recordings for UI bugs and errors, upload the video file to the analyzer. It automatically detects error messages, UI state changes, and reproduction steps to streamline debugging workflows.

What tools are required for video analysis of bug reports?

Video analysis of bug reports requires ffmpeg and ffprobe. For enhanced detection of text and speech, optional tools like tesseract for OCR and whisper for audio transcription are supported.

Can I extract reproduction steps from a screen recording of a failed login?

Yes, you can extract reproduction steps from a screen recording of a failed login. The analysis detects error messages and UI state changes during key moments, helping developers reproduce the issue faster.

Does video analysis support audio transcription and OCR for better bug diagnosis?

Video analysis supports optional audio transcription and OCR for better bug diagnosis. By utilizing whisper and tesseract, it captures spoken error details and on-screen text that might be missed visually.

What is the best way to debug UI issues from a video without manually watching the entire recording?

The best way to debug UI issues from a video without manual review is automated analysis. It processes the screen recording to identify errors, observe UI state changes, and generate reproduction steps.

Are there limitations when analyzing screen recordings for QA testing?

Limitations when analyzing screen recordings for QA testing include dependency on external tools like ffmpeg and ffprobe. Without optional tesseract or whisper installations, OCR and audio transcription features are unavailable.