video-frames

Extract individual frames from video files using ffmpeg.

Updated Mar 26, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/tedtv1007-ctrl/milk-skills-library --skill video-frames-tedtv1007-ctrl
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: video-frames
Source: https://github.com/tedtv1007-ctrl/milk-skills-library/tree/main/video-frames
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tedtv1007-ctrl/milk-skills-library --skill video-frames-tedtv1007-ctrl

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This skill solves the difficulty of manually scrubbing through video files to find specific moments or visual references, automating the frame capture process.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Frame Extraction: Capture high-quality single frames from any video file.
  • Thumbnail Generation: Quickly create visual previews for video inspection.
  • Use Case: When analyzing a long screen recording, use this skill to extract a specific frame at a precise timestamp to document a UI bug or visual event.

Quick Start

Use the video-frames skill to extract a frame from the video file located at path/to/video.mp4 at the ten second mark and save it to the 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 frames from a video at a specific timestamp?

To extract frames from a video, the skill uses ffmpeg to capture high-quality individual frames at precise timestamps. This automates the frame capture process for visual inspection and documentation tasks.

Do I need ffmpeg installed to extract thumbnails from video files?

Yes, a functional installation of ffmpeg is required to extract thumbnails from video files. The skill relies on this command-line utility to process video streams and output the resulting image files.

What is the best way to generate video thumbnails for UI bug documentation?

The best way to generate video thumbnails for UI bug documentation is using this skill to extract a specific frame at a precise timestamp. It allows you to quickly capture visual previews from long screen recordings.

Can I capture a single frame from a long screen recording?

Yes, you can capture a single frame from a long screen recording by specifying the exact timestamp. The skill processes the video stream via ffmpeg and saves the captured frame to your designated output path.

Why does video frame extraction require a command-line utility?

Video frame extraction requires a command-line utility like ffmpeg because it needs to decode and process the underlying video streams directly. This approach ensures precise timestamp-based frame capture and accurate image output.