video-frames

Extract single frames or short clips from video files using ffmpeg.

3|1|Updated Feb 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/SeanHogg/coderClaw --skill video-frames-seanhogg
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: video-frames
Source: https://github.com/SeanHogg/coderClaw/tree/main/product/skills/video-frames
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/SeanHogg/coderClaw --skill video-frames-seanhogg

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows users to easily extract specific frames or short clips from video files, which is useful for quick visual inspection, thumbnail generation, or content analysis.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Extract First Frame: Get the very first frame of a video.
  • Extract Frame at Timestamp: Capture a frame at a precise moment in the video.
  • Extract Frame by Index: Retrieve a frame based on its sequential number in the video.
  • Create Thumbnails: Generate preview images for video content.

Quick Start

Use the video-frames skill to extract the first frame from the video file 'my_video.mp4' and save it as '/tmp/first_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 precise timestamp, you can use this Skill to capture the exact moment and save it as an image file. It leverages ffmpeg to process the video and retrieve the specific visual content.

What is the best way to generate a thumbnail for an mp4 file?

Generating a thumbnail for an mp4 file is best achieved by extracting the first frame using this Skill. It utilizes ffmpeg to quickly capture the initial visual content and save it as a preview image.

Can I extract a video frame by its sequential index instead of a timestamp?

You can extract a video frame by its sequential index using this Skill. It allows you to retrieve specific frames based on their numerical order in the video file by executing ffmpeg commands.

Do I need ffmpeg installed to extract video frames and clips?

You need ffmpeg installed and accessible in your system's PATH to extract video frames and clips. This Skill acts as an interface for the ffmpeg command-line tool to perform the extraction.

How do I extract short clips from video files for content previews?

To extract short clips from video files for content previews, this Skill processes the input video using ffmpeg. It isolates the desired segment and outputs a shortened video clip suitable for visual inspection.