video-frames

Extract individual frames or short clips from video files using ffmpeg.

1|1|Updated Feb 15, 2026

Search Tags:#video #media processing #ffmpeg #extraction #thumbnails #frames

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/yunseo-kim/agent-toolbox --skill video-frames-yunseo-kim

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: video-frames
Source: https://github.com/yunseo-kim/agent-toolbox/tree/main/catalog/skills/video-frames
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/yunseo-kim/agent-toolbox --skill video-frames-yunseo-kim

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows users to quickly extract specific frames or generate thumbnail images from video files, simplifying visual inspection and content preview.

Core Features & Use Cases

Single Frame Extraction: Grab any frame from a video file.
Timestamped Frame Extraction: Extract a frame at a precise moment in the video.
Thumbnail Generation: Create quick visual previews of video content.
Use Case: You need to find a specific moment in a long lecture video for a presentation. Use this Skill to extract a frame at the 10-minute mark.

Quick Start

Extract the first frame from the video file named 'my_video.mp4' and save it as 'output_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 a specific frame from a video file using ffmpeg?▼

To extract a specific frame from a video file, this Skill uses ffmpeg to target the exact timestamp or frame index and saves the output as an image file.

Can I generate a thumbnail from the first frame of an mp4 video?▼

Yes, you can generate a thumbnail from an mp4 video by configuring ffmpeg to extract the first frame and save it as a preview image.

What is the best way to get a frame at a specific timestamp from a long lecture video?▼

The best way to get a frame at a specific timestamp from a long lecture video is using timestamped extraction, which grabs the exact moment you specify.

Do I need to install ffmpeg separately to extract video frames?▼

Yes, you need the ffmpeg command-line tool installed in your environment, as this Skill directly utilizes it to process and extract video frames.

Does video frame extraction work with extracting short clips or only single image files?▼

Video frame extraction works with both formats; it can extract individual image files or extract short clips from video files depending on your specific requirements.

Why use ffmpeg for video frame extraction instead of other media processing methods?▼

Using ffmpeg for video frame extraction provides precise command-line control over grabbing frames by index or timestamp, making it highly efficient for generating visual previews.