video-frames

Extract video frames by time or index using ffmpeg.

4|1|Updated Mar 6, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/adamhjouj/shieldclaw --skill video-frames-adamhjouj
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: video-frames
Source: https://github.com/adamhjouj/shieldclaw/tree/main/openclaw/skills/video-frames
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/adamhjouj/shieldclaw --skill video-frames-adamhjouj

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

Extract frames or thumbnails from videos quickly, turning footage into usable stills for previews, analysis, or documentation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Extract a single frame at a specific time or a frame by index.
  • Generate thumbnails for quick visual inspection or preview galleries.
  • Use-case: create consistent keyframe thumbnails for video libraries.

Quick Start

Run the frame.sh script against your video file to extract a single frame or thumbnail and save it to an image path.

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 a thumbnail preview?

Extract frames from a video to generate thumbnails by running a command-line script that requires ffmpeg, outputting still images for quick visual previews. This is useful for media libraries and content pipelines.

Can I extract a specific frame from a video by time or frame index?

Extract a specific frame by time or frame index using a command-line invocation. This allows you to pull a single still frame from a specific moment or position within the video asset.

Do I need ffmpeg installed to extract video frames?

Yes, ffmpeg is required to extract video frames because the script relies on it to process the video file and generate the frame or thumbnail image output. It is a required dependency.

What is the best way to generate consistent keyframe thumbnails for a video library?

Generate consistent keyframe thumbnails for a video library using a command-line script that leverages ffmpeg to extract still frames. This ensures uniform visual previews across your media assets.

How do I get the first frame of a video as an image?

Get the first frame of a video as an image by running the frame extraction script against your video file. The script supports extracting the first frame using a simple command-line invocation.