video-frames

Name: video-frames
Availability: InStock
Author: drshailesh88

Extract frames from video files by time, index, or first frame.

Updated Jan 8, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #ffmpeg #thumbnails #extract #frame-extraction #video-frames

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/drshailesh88/Krypto --skill video-frames-drshailesh88

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: video-frames
Source: https://github.com/drshailesh88/Krypto/tree/main/skills/video-frames
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/drshailesh88/Krypto --skill video-frames-drshailesh88

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

Extract frames from video files to create thumbnails or key frames for previews, verification, or archives.

Core Features & Use Cases

Frame extraction by index to grab a specific frame from a video.
Time-based extraction to capture frames at exact moments for highlights or thumbnails.
Use cases include generating video gallery thumbnails, quick previews for content reviews, and frame-based analysis.

Quick Start

First frame: {baseDir}/scripts/frame.sh /path/to/video.mp4 --out /tmp/frame.jpg At a timestamp: {baseDir}/scripts/frame.sh /path/to/video.mp4 --time 00:00:10 --out /tmp/frame-10s.jpg Or extract a specific frame by index: {baseDir}/scripts/frame.sh /path/to/video.mp4 --index 5 --out /tmp/frame5.png

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 file to create thumbnails?▼

To extract frames from a video file for thumbnails, run the included ffmpeg-based script. You can capture the first frame, a specific timestamp, or a frame by index to generate image files for previews or archival workflows.

Can I capture a specific frame from a video using a timestamp?▼

Yes, you can capture a specific frame from a video using a timestamp. The script supports time-based extraction, allowing you to specify an exact moment like 00:00:10 to grab frames for highlights or gallery thumbnails.

What is the best way to grab the first frame of an mp4 for a preview image?▼

The best way to grab the first frame of an mp4 for a preview image is using the default first-frame extraction. Execute the script with your video path and output destination without specifying a time or index.

How do I pull a specific frame by index from a video file?▼

To pull a specific frame by index from a video file, use the index-based extraction option. Pass the desired frame number to the script, and it will read the input video and output the corresponding image file.

Do I need ffmpeg installed to extract video frames and key frames?▼

Yes, you need ffmpeg installed to extract video frames and key frames. The Skill relies entirely on an included ffmpeg-based script to read input video files and process the extraction for media catalogs or review processes.