video-frames

Extract video frames and thumbnails using ffmpeg with time or index selection.

Updated Feb 1, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Sugamdeol/moltbot-with-pollinations.ai --skill video-frames-sugamdeol
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: video-frames
Source: https://github.com/Sugamdeol/moltbot-with-pollinations.ai/tree/main/skills/video-frames
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Sugamdeol/moltbot-with-pollinations.ai --skill video-frames-sugamdeol

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

Extract video frames and thumbnails from video files to enable quick previews and efficient media asset handling.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Extract a single frame from a video at a specific timestamp or index for quick inspection.
  • Generate thumbnails suitable for galleries, previews, or QA workflows.
  • Use Case: Build a lightweight media catalog with frame-based references for faster browsing.

Quick Start

Frame extraction is initiated by running the script against a video file and specifying an output path.

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?

You can extract a single video frame at a specific timestamp using ffmpeg by invoking the binary with the --time selection flag and specifying an output image file path. The script handles frame extraction and creates output directories as needed.

How do I generate thumbnails from video files for a media library?

To generate thumbnails from video files, run the script against your media library assets and specify an output path. It invokes ffmpeg to extract frame-specific references suitable for galleries, previews, or QA workflows.

Do I need ffmpeg installed to extract video frames with this script?

Yes, you need ffmpeg installed to extract video frames, as the script invokes the ffmpeg binary to process video files and output a single image file to a user-specified path.

Can I extract frames using a specific index instead of a timestamp?

Yes, you can extract frames using a specific index. The script supports both --time and --index selection methods to capture frame-specific references for your content pipelines or QA workflows.

What is the best way to automate video frame extraction for QA workflows?

The best way to automate video frame extraction for QA workflows is using a scripting approach that invokes ffmpeg directly. This allows quick previews and efficient media asset handling by outputting frame-specific references to a designated path.