video-frames

Extract frames from video files with timestamp selection and resizing.

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

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

Video work often requires extracting specific frames or thumbnails from long clips, a repetitive and error-prone task that wastes time.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Single-frame extraction from a video into an image file.
  • Interval-based frame extraction to sample moments across a video.
  • Export to common image formats (jpg, png, webp) with optional resizing.
  • Thumbnail generation for previews or social media.

Quick Start

Extract a frame from video.mp4 at 00:01:30 and save as 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 frames from a video at specific timestamps?

To extract frames from a video at specific timestamps, you can use this tool to perform single-frame capture by specifying the exact time, such as 00:01:30, and outputting the result as an image file like jpg or png.

What is the best way to generate video thumbnails for previews?

Generating video thumbnails for previews is best handled by extracting single frames or sampling intervals across the video file. You can export these extracted frames into common image formats like jpg, png, or webp with optional resizing.

Do I need FFmpeg installed to extract images from video files?

Yes, you need FFmpeg installed and available in your environment to extract images from video files. This tool relies on FFmpeg to process common video formats and perform tasks like interval sampling and timestamp-based extraction.

Can I extract frames at regular intervals from an mp4 file?

You can extract frames at regular intervals from an mp4 file using the interval-based frame extraction feature. This allows you to sample moments across the video and export them as separate image assets for further analysis.

Does this tool support exporting extracted video frames as webp or png?

Yes, the tool supports exporting extracted video frames as webp, png, and jpg formats. You can select your desired output format during the thumbnail generation or frame extraction process, with optional resizing applied.

What are the limitations of batch thumbnail creation across video formats?

Batch thumbnail creation supports common video formats but requires FFmpeg availability in your environment. Processing very long video clips for interval sampling may consume significant storage depending on the chosen output image format and resizing options.