video-frames

Extract frames and short clips from video files using ffmpeg.

Updated Apr 21, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/wuv-dreamguide/openclaw --skill video-frames-wuv-dreamguide
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: video-frames
Source: https://github.com/wuv-dreamguide/openclaw/tree/main/skills/video-frames
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/wuv-dreamguide/openclaw --skill video-frames-wuv-dreamguide

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

Video teams need quick access to representative frames or short clips from longer videos for previews, thumbnails, and QA checks, which is tedious to do manually.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Frame extraction: pull a single frame or a series of frames using a simple script.
  • Thumbnail generation: create thumbnails for media catalogs, content reviews, or QA pipelines.
  • Time-based or index-based capture: grab frames by timestamp or frame number and save to a desired path.

Quick Start

Extract a frame from video.mp4 at 00:00:15 and save it to /tmp/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 for thumbnails using ffmpeg?

Yes, you can generate thumbnails for media catalogs by using the Bash script to perform time-based or index-based frame extraction. It pulls single frames or series from video files and saves them to a validated output path for content review.

How do I extract a specific frame by timestamp from a video file?

To extract a specific frame by timestamp from a video file, the script relies on ffmpeg to grab frames at designated times. You provide the timestamp and video path, and it saves the extracted frame to your desired output location.

Do I need to install ffmpeg before using this video frame extraction script?

Yes, you need ffmpeg installed in your environment before using this video frame extraction script. The Skill relies entirely on ffmpeg as a dependency to process video files and perform the frame or short clip extraction operations.

What is the best way to pull short clips from longer videos for QA pipelines?

The best way to pull short clips from longer videos for QA pipelines is using this Skill's Bash script, which relies on ffmpeg to extract short clips and frames. It enables quick inspection across catalogs with a validated output path.

Can I capture a series of frames from a video file using a shell script?

Yes, you can capture a series of frames from a video file using this shell script. It supports pulling a single frame or a series of frames for quick inspection, QA checks, and thumbnail generation across media workflows.