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video-frames

Extract single frames or short clips from video files using ffmpeg.

Updated Mar 3, 2026
Search Tags:#video#ffmpeg#extraction#thumbnail#frames#clips
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/hammadparveez/mrhammadclaw --skill video-frames-hammadparveez
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: video-frames
Source: https://github.com/hammadparveez/mrhammadclaw/tree/main/skills/video-frames
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/hammadparveez/mrhammadclaw --skill video-frames-hammadparveez

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the process of extracting specific frames or short clips from video files, eliminating the need for manual scrubbing and frame-by-frame selection.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Single Frame Extraction: Grab the first frame of a video or a frame at a precise timestamp.
  • Thumbnail Generation: Quickly create visual previews of video content for inspection or sharing.
  • Use Case: You need to quickly find a specific moment in a long lecture recording to create a thumbnail for a presentation. Use this Skill to extract the frame at the 10-minute mark.

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 a single frame from a video at a specific timestamp?▼

To extract a frame from a video at a specific timestamp, you can use this skill to specify the exact time and output the result to an image format like JPG or PNG using ffmpeg.

Can I generate a thumbnail from an MP4 file using ffmpeg?▼

Yes, you can generate a thumbnail from an MP4 file by extracting the first frame or a frame at a precise timestamp, outputting it directly to an image format like JPG or PNG.

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

Yes, you need ffmpeg installed and accessible in your system's PATH to extract video frames, as this skill relies on the ffmpeg command-line tool to process and output the specified images.

What image formats are supported when extracting video frames?▼

When extracting video frames, the supported output image formats include JPG and PNG, allowing you to save specific frames or short clips from your video files.

What is the best way to grab a frame at the 10-minute mark of a long lecture recording?▼

The best way to grab a frame at the 10-minute mark is to use this skill to specify the exact timestamp, which extracts the frame and saves it as an image file for inspection or thumbnails.

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