video-frames

Extract a single frame or thumbnail from a video file using ffmpeg.

2|Updated Jan 27, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #cli #video #ffmpeg #thumbnail #frame-extraction

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/moshehbenavraham/crocbot --skill video-frames-moshehbenavraham

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

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

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

Extract a single frame from a video, or create quick thumbnails for inspection.

Core Features & Use Cases

Frame extraction: grab the first frame by default, or a frame at a specific timestamp.
Thumbnail generation: produce small previews for UI, QA, or faster sharing.
Use Case: quickly generate a thumbnail from product demo videos for catalog previews.

Quick Start

Run the frame.sh script with your video file and an output path to capture a 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 single frame from a video for a thumbnail?▼

To extract a frame for a thumbnail, run the frame.sh script with your input video path and an output image path. It captures the first frame by default for quick previews.

Can I grab a video frame at a specific timestamp?▼

Yes, you can grab a video frame at a specific timestamp. The script supports timestamp-based frame selection, allowing you to target exact moments for QA workflows or previews.

Do I need ffmpeg installed to extract video frames?▼

Yes, you need ffmpeg installed to extract video frames. The script depends on ffmpeg being available in your environment to process the input video and output the image file.

What is the best way to generate quick previews for product demo videos?▼

The best way to generate quick previews is using index-based frame selection or default extraction. This produces small thumbnail images suitable for UI displays, QA, and faster sharing.

Can I use this video frame extraction tool for QA workflows?▼

Yes, you can use this tool for QA workflows. It supports index-based frame selection and timestamp-based grabbing, enabling quick visual inspection and verification of video content.

Why does video frame extraction fail even with ffmpeg installed?▼

Video frame extraction may fail if the input video path is incorrect or the output image path is unwritable. Ensure both paths are valid and ffmpeg is properly configured in your environment.