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video-frames

Extract video frames, generate thumbnail grids, and create GIFs using FFmpeg.

1|Updated Feb 25, 2026
Search Tags:#video#media#gif#extraction#thumbnails#frames
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/winsorllc/upgraded-carnival --skill video-frames-winsorllc
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: video-frames
Source: https://github.com/winsorllc/upgraded-carnival/tree/main/.pi/skills/video-frames
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/winsorllc/upgraded-carnival --skill video-frames-winsorllc

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires ffmpeg, ffprobe, node, montage, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the process of extracting frames, creating thumbnail grids, and generating GIFs from video files, saving significant manual effort and time.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Frame Extraction: Extract single frames at specific timestamps or by index, or batch extract frames at regular intervals.
  • Thumbnail Grids: Generate contact sheets or overview grids from videos for quick visual assessment.
  • GIF Creation: Create animated GIFs from video segments for previews or highlights.
  • Video Information: Retrieve detailed metadata about video files.
  • Use Case: You need to create a storyboard for a video project. Use this Skill to generate a grid of thumbnails representing key moments and extract individual frames at specific intervals for detailed analysis.

Quick Start

Use the video-frames skill to extract a single frame from 'my_video.mp4' at the 30-second mark and save it as 'output.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?▼

Video frame extraction supports capturing single frames at specific timestamps or by index, alongside batch extraction at regular intervals. It uses FFmpeg to provide precise time-based or index-based frame selection from video files.

Can I generate a thumbnail grid or contact sheet from a video file?▼

Yes, you can generate thumbnail grids and contact sheets from videos for quick visual assessment. This feature creates overview grids representing key moments, which is useful for storyboarding or reviewing video content at a glance.

How do I create an animated GIF from a video segment?▼

Animated GIF creation is supported directly from video segments. You can generate GIFs for previews or highlights by selecting specific video segments, with quality presets available to balance output fidelity and file size.

Do I need FFmpeg installed to use this video frame extraction tool?▼

Yes, FFmpeg and FFprobe are required dependencies. The tool relies on FFmpeg for frame extraction, thumbnail grid generation, and GIF creation, while FFprobe handles detailed video metadata and information retrieval.

What are the safety limits for batch processing video frames?▼

Batch processing includes safety limits for file size, duration, and processing to prevent system overload. These constraints ensure robust video frame extraction and GIF creation without exceeding resource boundaries during large operations.

What's the best way to get detailed metadata about a video file?▼

Detailed video information retrieval is handled using FFprobe. This provides comprehensive metadata about video files, which helps you understand file properties before starting frame extraction or GIF creation tasks.

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