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video-frames

Extract video frames at specific timestamps or frame indices using ffmpeg.

Updated Apr 5, 2026
Search Tags:#video#ffmpeg#screenshot#thumbnail#timestamp#frame-extraction
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/balic-AI-ML-R-D-Resources/eliza_autonomous_agents --skill video-frames-balic-ai-ml-r-d-resources
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: video-frames
Source: https://github.com/balic-AI-ML-R-D-Resources/eliza_autonomous_agents/tree/main/packages/skills/skills/video-frames
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/balic-AI-ML-R-D-Resources/eliza_autonomous_agents --skill video-frames-balic-ai-ml-r-d-resources

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies capturing still frames or short clips from video files, enabling quick previews, thumbnails, or content inspection without manual frame-by-frame viewing.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Frame extraction at a specific timestamp or frame index using ffmpeg to generate still images
  • Thumbnail creation for video galleries, previews, and quick browsing
  • Simple integration into media pipelines to verify content, generate previews, or validate footage quality

Quick Start

Provide the video file path and an output path, then specify a time timestamp or frame index to extract a frame.

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 frame from a video at a specific timestamp?▼

To extract a video frame at a specific timestamp, provide the video file path and output path, then specify the desired time. The Skill processes this input using ffmpeg to generate a single still image suitable for previews.

What is the best way to generate video thumbnails for a media library?▼

Generating video thumbnails for media libraries is done by extracting a single still image from a specified timestamp or frame index. This creates quick preview images for browsing and verifying content without manual frame-by-frame viewing.

Do I need ffmpeg installed to extract frames from video files?▼

Yes, you need ffmpeg installed to extract video frames. The Skill requires the ffmpeg binary to be available in the system PATH, as it relies on a helper script to perform the frame extraction process with error handling.

Can I extract a video frame using a frame index instead of a timestamp?▼

Yes, you can extract a video frame using a frame index instead of a timestamp. The Skill supports both extraction methods to capture a single image from your video file for quick previews or content inspection.

How does extracting video frames simplify content inspection?▼

Extracting video frames simplifies content inspection by capturing still images at specific timestamps or frame indexes. This enables quick verification of footage quality and content validation without manually scrubbing through the entire video.

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