video-frames

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

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/StanH123h/clawdbot-self-use --skill video-frames-stanh123h
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: video-frames
Source: https://github.com/StanH123h/clawdbot-self-use/tree/main/skills/video-frames
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/StanH123h/clawdbot-self-use --skill video-frames-stanh123h

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you quickly extract specific frames or short clips from video files, useful for creating thumbnails or reviewing video content.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Single Frame Extraction: Grab any frame from a video file.
  • Timestamped Frames: Extract a frame at a precise moment in the video.
  • Thumbnail Generation: Create quick visual previews of video content.

Quick Start

Use the video-frames skill to extract the first frame from the video file '/path/to/video.mp4' and save it as '/tmp/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?

You can extract a frame at a specific timestamp by using ffmpeg to locate the precise moment in the video file and save it as an image. This allows for precise content selection and quick thumbnail generation.

Do I need ffmpeg installed to extract video frames?

Yes, ffmpeg must be installed and accessible in your system's PATH to use this frame extraction Skill. It relies entirely on the ffmpeg binary to process video files and grab single frames or short clips.

Can I grab a specific frame by its index from a video file?

Yes, this Skill supports frame extraction by frame index. You can grab a specific frame from a video file by providing its index, allowing for precise content selection alongside timestamp-based extraction.

What is the best way to generate thumbnails from a video?

Generating thumbnails from a video is done by extracting a single frame at a chosen timestamp or frame index. This Skill uses ffmpeg to quickly create visual previews of the video content for review.

How do I extract short clips from a video using ffmpeg?

This Skill extracts short clips from video files by using ffmpeg to isolate specific segments based on timestamps. It supports pulling both short clips and single frames for precise video content selection.