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video-frames

Extract frames and short clips from video files at specified timestamps using ffmpeg.

Updated May 7, 2026
Search Tags:#video#media processing#ffmpeg#frame extraction#thumbnail generation#clip extraction
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/MOODMNKY-LLC/mnky-atlas --skill video-frames-moodmnky-llc
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: video-frames
Source: https://github.com/MOODMNKY-LLC/mnky-atlas/tree/main/skills/video-frames
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/MOODMNKY-LLC/mnky-atlas --skill video-frames-moodmnky-llc

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Manually scrubbing through long videos to locate and extract specific frames or short clips is slow and imprecise, especially when you need to capture an exact moment for review, editing, or sharing with others.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Precise Frame Extraction: Pull a single high-quality frame from any point in a video file, ideal for creating thumbnails or capturing key visual moments.
  • Timestamped Content Capture: Extract frames or short clips at exact timestamps to isolate specific sections of footage for detailed review.
  • Use Case: A social media manager can quickly grab a frame from a 1-hour product demo video at the 12-minute mark to use as a promotional preview without watching the entire video.

Quick Start

Use the video-frames skill to extract a frame from your video file at the 10-second timestamp and save it as a shareable JPG image.

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 at a specific timestamp, you provide the video file and the exact time marker. The skill processes the input video and saves the captured moment as a JPG image for review or sharing.

Do I need ffmpeg installed to extract video frames?▼

Yes, you need ffmpeg installed on your host system. The skill relies on ffmpeg to process input video files and generate output image or clip assets at user-specified timestamps.

Can I extract short video clips instead of individual frames?▼

Yes, the skill extracts short video clips from source files. You specify the desired timestamps, and it isolates specific sections of footage for detailed review or editing workflows.

What is the best way to grab a thumbnail from a long video file?▼

The best way to grab a thumbnail is to extract a precise frame using a timestamp. This allows you to capture a high-quality visual moment from long-form video content without manually scrubbing.

Why does manual video scrubbing fail for precise frame extraction?▼

Manual scrubbing through long videos is slow and imprecise. Timestamped frame extraction solves this by directly capturing exact moments from the source video file for review or editing.

Can I extract frames from a 1-hour product demo video?▼

Yes, you can extract frames from long-form content like a 1-hour product demo. The skill captures precise moments at user-specified timestamps to generate promotional previews or thumbnails.

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