video-frames

Extract video frames or thumbnails at specified timestamps using ffmpeg.

202|36|Updated Jan 27, 2026

Search Tags:#bash #video #ffmpeg #command-line #thumbnail #frame-extraction #frame-capture

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/adoresever/AGI_Ananas --skill video-frames-adoresever

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: video-frames
Source: https://github.com/adoresever/AGI_Ananas/tree/main/26.2.21openclaw-viking/skills/video-frames
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/adoresever/AGI_Ananas --skill video-frames-adoresever

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

Video frames extraction from videos for thumbnails and quick inspection, automating frame capture with ffmpeg.

Core Features & Use Cases

Extract a single frame from a video, at the start or a given timestamp.
Generate thumbnails for video catalogs and previews.
Use case: You need a 5-second thumbnail for a video catalog.

Quick Start

Run the frame.sh script on your video file to generate a representative frame image.

Frequently Asked Questions about video-frames

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I extract a specific frame from a video using ffmpeg?▼

To generate a thumbnail from a video, use ffmpeg to extract a single frame at a chosen timestamp. Run the frame.sh script on your video file to automate frame capture for video catalogs and quick previews.

Can I capture a video frame at a specific timestamp for a thumbnail?▼

Yes, capturing a frame at a specific timestamp is supported. The Skill automates time-based frame extraction using ffmpeg, allowing you to specify a timestamp to generate a representative frame image for previews.

What is the best way to automate frame extraction for a video catalog?▼

Automating frame extraction for a video catalog is best done using command-line scripts with ffmpeg. This approach integrates into media libraries and QA pipelines, processing videos to output thumbnail images automatically.

Do I need to install ffmpeg to use this frame extraction script?▼

Yes, you need ffmpeg installed to use this frame extraction script. The Skill depends directly on the ffmpeg command-line tool to process video files and capture frame-level snapshots for thumbnails and content previews.

How does command-line frame capture work for QA pipelines?▼

Command-line frame capture works for QA pipelines by executing ffmpeg scripts to extract frame-level snapshots from video files. This provides automated visual inspection points, generating output images for content verification.