video-frames

Extract video frames or thumbnails at a timestamp or frame index using ffmpeg.

Updated Mar 17, 2026

Search Tags:#cli #video #ffmpeg #thumbnail #frames #frame-extraction #media-processing

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/M1Albert/xiaoman-openclaw-skills --skill video-frames-m1albert

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: video-frames
Source: https://github.com/M1Albert/xiaoman-openclaw-skills/tree/main/video-frames
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/M1Albert/xiaoman-openclaw-skills --skill video-frames-m1albert

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

Extracting meaningful frames or thumbnails from video files is often manual and time-consuming; this skill provides a simple, reliable way to generate frame captures using ffmpeg for quick inspection and cataloging.

Core Features & Use Cases

Extract a single frame or a thumbnail from a video for previews.
Choose the frame by timestamp (--time) or by frame index (--index) to target exact moments.
Output the frame to a user-specified path, enabling easy integration into media pipelines and review workflows.

Quick Start

Run the script with an input video and an output path to save the extracted frame.

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 video frame at a specific timestamp using ffmpeg?▼

To extract a video frame at a specific timestamp, this skill uses ffmpeg to seek to the exact time or frame index you specify, captures the single frame, and returns the saved output path.

Can I generate a video thumbnail from a frame index instead of a timestamp?▼

Yes, you can generate a video thumbnail by targeting an exact frame index instead of a timestamp, allowing precise selection of specific moments for quick inspection and media cataloging.

Do I need ffmpeg installed locally to extract video frames?▼

Yes, you need the ffmpeg binary installed locally, as this skill depends on it to process video files, validate input paths, and generate the extracted frame output.

What is the best way to automate thumbnail extraction for local media workflows?▼

The best way to automate thumbnail extraction is using a CLI script that validates input and output paths, processes the video via ffmpeg, and outputs frames directly into your media pipeline.

Does this frame extraction method work with any video format?▼

Frame extraction works with any video format supported by your local ffmpeg binary, validating the input path and returning the generated frame to your specified output location.

Why is my extracted video frame not saving to the specified path?▼

If your extracted video frame is not saving, verify the input and output paths are valid, as this skill explicitly validates paths before using ffmpeg to process and return the frame.