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video-frames

Extract single frames or short clips from video files using ffmpeg.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
Search Tags:#video#ffmpeg#extraction#thumbnail#frames#clips
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/0-CYBERDYNE-SYSTEMS-0/nano-core --skill video-frames-0-cyberdyne-systems-0
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: video-frames
Source: https://github.com/0-CYBERDYNE-SYSTEMS-0/nano-core/tree/main/skills/runtime/video-frames
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/0-CYBERDYNE-SYSTEMS-0/nano-core --skill video-frames-0-cyberdyne-systems-0

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires ffmpeg, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the process of extracting specific frames or short clips from video files, simplifying visual content analysis and selection.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Frame Extraction: Capture a single frame from a video at a specified timestamp or by frame index.
  • Thumbnail Generation: Quickly create visual previews of video content.
  • Use Case: You need to quickly review key moments in a long lecture video. Use this skill to extract frames at 10-minute intervals to get a visual overview without watching the entire video.

Quick Start

Use the video-frames skill to extract the first frame from the video file '/path/to/my/video.mp4' and save it as '/tmp/first_frame.jpg'.

Frequently Asked Questions about video-frames

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I extract frames from a video for visual content analysis?▼

Yes, you can generate video thumbnails by using this Skill to extract a single frame at a specific timestamp or frame index. This creates quick visual previews of your video content without manual scrubbing.

How do I extract a frame at a specific timestamp from an mp4 file?▼

You can capture a single frame at a specific timestamp by providing the video path and target time to this Skill. It outputs the extracted frame directly to a specified image file path.

Do I need ffmpeg installed to extract video thumbnails?▼

Yes, you need the ffmpeg binary installed and accessible in your system's PATH to extract video thumbnails. This Skill requires the ffmpeg command-line tool to process videos and output frames.

What is the best way to get a visual overview of a long lecture video?▼

The best way to get a visual overview of a long lecture video is extracting frames at regular intervals, such as every 10 minutes. This Skill automates frame extraction so you can review key moments without watching everything.

Can I extract short clips from videos using ffmpeg?▼

Yes, you can extract short clips from videos using this Skill, which leverages ffmpeg to automate the process. It captures both single frames and short segments for quick video inspection.

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