gifgrep

Search Tenor and Giphy GIFs with pipe-friendly CLI output.

2|Updated May 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/enclawed/enclawed-oss --skill gifgrep-enclawed
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: gifgrep
Source: https://github.com/enclawed/enclawed-oss/tree/main/skills/gifgrep
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/enclawed/enclawed-oss --skill gifgrep-enclawed

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

gifgrep removes the friction of finding, previewing, and saving the right GIFs by giving you a fast command-line workflow for search, browsing, download, and frame extraction.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Search Tenor and Giphy from the terminal with quick filters and pipe-friendly output.
  • Browse results in a TUI, preview animations, and download selected GIFs for local reuse.
  • Extract stills or frame sheets from GIF files for documentation, review, chat, or content production.

Quick Start

Ask the gifgrep skill to search for a GIF about your topic and return the best result for download or extraction.

Frequently Asked Questions about gifgrep

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I search and download GIFs from Tenor or Giphy in the terminal?▼

Search and extract GIFs from Tenor or Giphy directly in the terminal using a command-line interface with TUI browsing, preview animations, and local download capabilities. It provides pipe-friendly JSON output for workflow automation.

Can I extract still frames or frame sheets from a GIF file for documentation?▼

Yes, extracting still frames or frame sheets from a GIF file supports documentation, review, chat, or content production workflows. This captures specific animation frames for static sharing and visual analysis.

Do I need API keys to search Giphy and Tenor from the command line?▼

Optional API keys provide source-specific access when searching Giphy and Tenor from the command line. A CLI environment with gifgrep installed is required, while keys depend on provider access requirements.

What is the best way to integrate GIF search results into an automated pipeline?▼

Integrating GIF search results into an automated pipeline utilizes JSON or pipe-friendly output formats. Query Tenor and Giphy with quick filters, passing retrieved animated image data directly to downstream automation tools.

Does gifgrep work without a graphical user interface for browsing GIF previews?▼

gifgrep operates without a graphical user interface by providing a TUI for browsing GIF previews. Navigate search results, preview animations, and select downloads entirely within your CLI environment.