video-frames

Extract still frames from video files using ffmpeg.

Updated Aug 13, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/JoeyJoziah/investment-analysis-platform --skill video-frames-joeyjoziah
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: video-frames
Source: https://github.com/JoeyJoziah/investment-analysis-platform/tree/main/.claude/skills/video-frames
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/JoeyJoziah/investment-analysis-platform --skill video-frames-joeyjoziah

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill removes the friction of manually scrubbing through videos to capture the exact frame you need, making inspection, review, and thumbnail creation fast and repeatable.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Single-Frame Extraction: Capture the first visible frame or a specific frame by index for precise visual checks.
  • Timestamp-Based Thumbnails: Pull a frame from any moment in a video when you need to inspect a scene or create a preview image.
  • Practical Use Cases: Use it to generate QA screenshots, documentation visuals, content review thumbnails, or quick evidence snapshots from recorded footage.

Quick Start

Ask the skill to extract a frame from a video file at a specific time or as the first frame and save it to the output path you provide.

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 file as a thumbnail?

To extract a specific frame from a video file, you can specify a frame index or timestamp to capture a still thumbnail. This allows you to pull precise still frames for review or content inspection.

Can I use ffmpeg to capture the first frame of a video for QA screenshots?

Yes, you can use ffmpeg to capture the first visible frame of a local video file. This supports generating QA screenshots and documentation visuals by saving the extracted frame to a jpg or png output path.

What is the best way to generate timestamp-based thumbnails from video footage?

The best way to generate timestamp-based thumbnails is to provide the exact timestamp within the video file. This extracts a still frame from that specific moment, creating quick evidence snapshots or preview images.

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

Yes, you need ffmpeg installed and a local video file path to extract still frames. The Skill relies on ffmpeg to process the video media and write the extracted frame to your designated output target.

What output formats are supported when extracting frames for content review?

When extracting frames for content review, the supported output formats are jpg and png. You provide the target output path, and the frame extraction process writes the captured image to that location.