video-frames

Extract frames, generate thumbnails, and create clips from video files using ffmpeg.

2|Updated Mar 10, 2026

Search Tags:#video #ffmpeg #screenshot #thumbnail #frames #clips

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/caoronglin/copaw-skills --skill video-frames-caoronglin

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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: video-frames
Source: https://github.com/caoronglin/copaw-skills/tree/main/skills/video-frames
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/caoronglin/copaw-skills --skill video-frames-caoronglin

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the process of extracting specific frames, generating thumbnails, and creating short clips from video files, saving time on manual video editing and content preview generation.

Core Features & Use Cases

Frame Extraction: Extract single frames at specific timestamps or the first frame.
Thumbnail Generation: Create visual previews of videos.
Clip Creation: Extract segments of videos based on start time and duration.
Use Case: Quickly generate a thumbnail for a YouTube video or extract a specific 10-second clip from a longer recording for a social media post.

Quick Start

Use the video-frames skill to extract the first frame from the video file 'my_video.mp4' and save it as 'output.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 at specific timestamps?▼

To extract frames, the Skill processes video files using ffmpeg, allowing you to target specific timestamps or capture the first frame to generate image thumbnails.

Do I need ffmpeg installed to extract video thumbnails and clips?▼

Yes, ffmpeg is required. It must be installed on your system and accessible in the system's PATH to execute frame extraction and clip creation commands successfully.

Can I create short video clips from longer recordings using ffmpeg?▼

Yes, you can create short video clips from longer recordings by specifying a start time and duration, segmenting the video file into smaller clips for quick previews or social media.

What is the best way to generate a thumbnail from an mp4 file?▼

Generate a thumbnail from an mp4 file by extracting the first frame or a frame at a specific timestamp, creating a visual preview image without manual video editing.

Does ffmpeg video frame extraction support preview grids?▼

Yes, creating preview grids is supported. You can generate a single image containing multiple frames extracted from different points in the video for a quick overview.

What video formats are supported for extracting clips and frames?▼

Various video formats are supported for extracting clips and frames, leveraging ffmpeg's broad compatibility to process different types of video input files.