video-frames

Extracts frames or clips from videos using the ffmpeg command-line tool.

20|7|Updated Feb 11, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/kaivyy/kabot --skill video-frames-kaivyy
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: video-frames
Source: https://github.com/kaivyy/kabot/tree/main/kabot/skills/video-frames
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/kaivyy/kabot --skill video-frames-kaivyy

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, which is useful for creating thumbnails, visual references, or analyzing video content.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Extract First Frame: Quickly get the initial frame of any video.
  • Extract Frame at Timestamp: Pinpoint and extract a frame from a specific moment in the video.
  • Thumbnail Generation: Create visual previews for video content.

Quick Start

Use the video-frames skill to extract the first frame from the video file located at /path/to/video.mp4 and save it as /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 a frame from a video at a specific timestamp?

To extract a frame from a video at a specific timestamp, you specify the exact time, and this Skill uses ffmpeg to pinpoint and extract that single frame. It supports extraction by both timestamp and frame index for precise content selection.

Do I need ffmpeg installed to extract video frames?

Yes, you need ffmpeg installed on your system. This Skill requires the ffmpeg command-line tool to be present to execute the underlying extraction commands for generating frames and clips.

What is the best way to generate a thumbnail from a video file?

The best way to generate a thumbnail is to extract the first frame or a frame at a specific timestamp. This Skill automates thumbnail generation by pulling single frames from the video using ffmpeg.

Can I extract a short clip from a video using ffmpeg?

Yes, you can extract short clips from video files. This Skill supports extracting both single frames and short clips using the ffmpeg command-line tool for creating visual references or analyzing content.

Why does video frame extraction fail without ffmpeg?

Video frame extraction fails without ffmpeg because this Skill relies entirely on the command-line tool to process the video file. Without ffmpeg installed on the system, the extraction commands cannot execute.