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video-frames

Extract video frames at a timestamp, index, or the first position using ffmpeg and validate inputs.

1|Updated Apr 28, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#video#ffmpeg#thumbnail#shell-script#frame-extraction#media-processing
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/seasonmac/Full-Scene-Agents --skill video-frames-seasonmac
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: video-frames
Source: https://github.com/seasonmac/Full-Scene-Agents/tree/main/openclaw/skills/video-frames
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/seasonmac/Full-Scene-Agents --skill video-frames-seasonmac

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

Extract frames or short clips from video files for quick previews, thumbnails, or content sampling.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Extract a single frame from a video at the beginning, at a given timestamp, or by index.
  • Generate thumbnails for large video libraries to simplify visual scanning.
  • Use Case: create quick reference frames for documentation, QA checks, or content review workflows.

Quick Start

Run the frame.sh script with a video file and an --out 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 frame from a video at a specific timestamp?▼

You can extract a frame from a video at a specific timestamp using this skill's shell script. It validates the input file, creates the output directory, and saves the chosen frame from common video formats.

Can I generate a thumbnail from the first frame of a video using ffmpeg?▼

Yes, you can generate a thumbnail from the first frame of a video. The extraction skill supports capturing the beginning frame, a specific timestamp, or a chosen frame index across common video formats.

Do I need ffmpeg installed to extract frames from video files?▼

Yes, you need ffmpeg installed to extract frames from video files. This skill requires the ffmpeg dependency to process common video formats and save the extracted frame to your specified output path.

What is the best way to automate thumbnail generation for a video library?▼

The best way to automate thumbnail generation for a video library is using this shell-script based skill. It handles frame extraction at chosen timestamps or indexes to simplify visual scanning for large video collections.

Does this frame extraction approach work with common video formats?▼

Yes, this frame extraction approach works with common video formats. The script validates input files and extracts frames at the first frame, a specific timestamp, or a chosen frame index before returning the saved frame path.

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