video-frames

Extract timestamp- or index-based frames from video files as JPG or PNG images.

1|Updated May 3, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/brikkoAI/brikko-studio --skill video-frames-brikkoai
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: video-frames
Source: https://github.com/brikkoAI/brikko-studio/tree/main/packages/core/skills/video-frames
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/brikkoAI/brikko-studio --skill video-frames-brikkoai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

Manually extracting specific frames or clips from videos is time-consuming and requires specialized video editing software, especially when you only need a quick snapshot of a particular moment for reference or documentation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Timestamp-Based Frame Extraction: Pull a single frame from any exact point in a video using a timecode, ideal for previewing specific scenes or moments.
  • Index-Based Frame Extraction: Grab a frame by its sequential position in the video, useful for generating batch thumbnails or reviewing sequential content.
  • Use Case: For example, if you are reviewing a 2-hour user research recording, use this skill to pull the exact frame where a user encountered a bug at the 12:34 mark to include in your analysis report.

Quick Start

Use the video-frames skill to extract a frame at the 10 second mark from the video file 'user-research-session.mp4' and save it as 'bug-snapshot.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 a specific frame from a video using ffmpeg?

Extract frame from video by providing a timecode or sequential index to pull an exact snapshot. The skill processes common video formats with ffmpeg and outputs the selected frame as a JPG or PNG image file.

Can I grab a video frame by timestamp instead of frame index?

Yes, timestamp-based frame extraction allows you to pull a single frame from any exact point using a timecode. Alternatively, index-based extraction grabs frames by their sequential position for batch thumbnail generation.

Do I need ffmpeg installed to extract video frames and clips?

Yes, the ffmpeg binary is a required dependency to process common video formats and extract frames. The skill uses ffmpeg under the hood to locate the exact timestamp or index and output image files.

What is the best way to document a specific moment in a user research recording?

Extracting video frames by timestamp is the best way to document specific moments like user bug encounters. Pull the exact timecode frame from the recording and save it as a JPG or PNG for your analysis report.

What output formats are supported when extracting frames from video files?

Frame extraction supports output in JPG and PNG image formats. The skill leverages ffmpeg to process common video formats and save the extracted snapshots for preview, analysis, or UI/UX reference gathering.