video-frames

Extract specific frames or clips from video files using ffmpeg.

Updated Jun 18, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/wangqianCAI/OBI --skill video-frames-wangqiancai
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: video-frames
Source: https://github.com/wangqianCAI/OBI/tree/main/skills/video-frames
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/wangqianCAI/OBI --skill video-frames-wangqiancai

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 evidence, automating the extraction of frames or clips.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Frame Extraction: Capture a specific frame at any given timestamp or index from a video file.
  • Visual Documentation: Generate thumbnails or reference images for video-based tasks.
  • Use Case: If you need to verify a specific event in a long recording, use this tool to pull the exact frame at a known timestamp for analysis.

Quick Start

Use the video-frames skill to extract a frame from the video file at the ten second mark and save it to the specified 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 specific frame from a video file at a precise timestamp?

You can extract a specific frame from a video file by specifying the exact timestamp. This automates frame retrieval for visual analysis and documentation tasks without manual scrubbing.

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

Yes, you need a functional installation of ffmpeg to extract frames from video files. The skill uses the ffmpeg command-line utility to perform all video processing and frame retrieval operations.

Can I extract frames from a video using an index instead of a timestamp?

Yes, you can extract frames using index-based retrieval. The tool supports both time-based and index-based frame extraction to capture specific images or short clips from video files.

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

The best way to generate thumbnails for visual documentation is using time-based frame extraction. It captures specific reference images from video files, ideal for verifying events in long recordings.

Does video frame extraction support pulling short clips or only single images?

Video frame extraction supports pulling both specific single frames and short clips. Using the ffmpeg command-line utility, it retrieves visual evidence based on time or index parameters.