video-frames

Extract video frames at specific timestamps using ffmpeg.

23|10|Updated Feb 9, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/deepgram/dglabs-deepclaw --skill video-frames-deepgram
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: video-frames
Source: https://github.com/deepgram/dglabs-deepclaw/tree/main/skills/video-frames
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/deepgram/dglabs-deepclaw --skill video-frames-deepgram

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies the process of extracting frames or short clips from videos, providing a convenient way to inspect video content without the need for additional software.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Frame Extraction: Extract a single frame from a video or create quick thumbnails.
  • Timestamp Extraction: Extract frames at specific timestamps.
  • Use Case: Easily create a thumbnail image for a video or extract a specific moment from a longer clip.

Quick Start

Extract the first frame of a video:

{baseDir}/scripts/frame.sh /path/to/video.mp4 --out /tmp/frame.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 for thumbnail creation?

You can extract frames from a video for thumbnail creation by running the provided shell script, which utilizes ffmpeg to process the video file and output a designated image format like JPG.

Can I extract a video frame at a specific timestamp?

Yes, you can extract a video frame at a specific timestamp to capture a precise moment from a longer clip, allowing for targeted frame-by-frame analysis within your media processing workflow.

Do I need ffmpeg installed to extract video frames?

Yes, you need ffmpeg installed because the script relies on it for all video handling operations, serving as the core engine to decode the video and extract the requested media frames.

What is the easiest way to create a quick thumbnail from an mp4 file?

The easiest way to create a quick thumbnail from an mp4 file is to execute the frame extraction script, specifying the input video path and the desired output image location to generate the thumbnail.

Does this frame extraction approach work for frame-by-frame media analysis?

Yes, this frame extraction approach works for frame-by-frame media analysis by allowing you to target specific timestamps within a video, simplifying the inspection of video content without additional software.