camsnap

Capture snapshots, clips, and motion events from RTSP or ONVIF cameras.

1|Updated May 12, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/estebanrfp/gos --skill camsnap-estebanrfp
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: camsnap
Source: https://github.com/estebanrfp/gos/tree/main/skills/camsnap
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/estebanrfp/gos --skill camsnap-estebanrfp

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill removes the friction of manually accessing network cameras when you need a quick snapshot, a short clip, or a motion check from a configured device.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Snapshot capture: Grab a still frame from an RTSP or ONVIF camera for instant verification.
  • Clip recording: Save short video clips when you need evidence of an event or activity.
  • Motion monitoring: Watch for movement and trigger follow-up actions from a camera feed.
  • Use case: Check a hallway camera, archive a security event, or confirm that a remote device is online and streaming correctly.

Quick Start

Ask the camsnap skill to capture a snapshot from your configured camera and save it as an image file.

Frequently Asked Questions about camsnap

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I capture a snapshot from an RTSP or ONVIF camera?▼

To capture a snapshot from an RTSP or ONVIF camera, you request a still frame from the configured video feed, saving it as an image file for instant remote verification.

Can I record short video clips from network cameras for security monitoring?▼

Yes, you can record short video clips from network cameras to save evidence of an event or activity. This is useful for archiving security events or verifying movement.

What do I need to capture motion events from my IP camera?▼

To capture motion events from an IP camera, you need a configured installation, ffmpeg on PATH, and valid camera connection details to watch for movement and trigger follow-up actions.

Does capturing RTSP camera snapshots require ffmpeg?▼

Yes, capturing RTSP camera snapshots requires ffmpeg on your PATH, along with a configured installation and valid camera connection details to successfully grab frames from the device.

What is the best way to verify a remote network camera is streaming correctly?▼

The best way to verify a remote network camera is streaming correctly is to capture a snapshot from the configured RTSP or ONVIF device, confirming it is online and providing a visual frame.