Is it possible to manage multiple cameras simultaneously?

Absolutely. You can register multiple cameras with unique names and target specific devices for snapshots or recordings.

What camera protocols does camsnap support?

camsnap primarily supports RTSP and ONVIF protocols, making it compatible with the majority of modern IP and security cameras.

Are there any external dependencies for this skill?

Yes, camsnap requires ffmpeg to be installed and available on your system PATH to handle video and image processing.

Can I monitor for motion events automatically?

Yes, the 'watch' command allows you to set a sensitivity threshold and define specific actions to take when motion is detected.

How do I configure my cameras?

You can add cameras using the 'camsnap add' command or by manually editing the configuration file located at ~/.config/camsnap/config.yaml.

camsnap Camera Capture

Name: camsnap Camera Capture
Author: HarleyCoops

byHarleyCoops

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Analytics & Monitoring

Captures snapshots, video clips, and motion events from RTSP and ONVIF network cameras directly from the command line.

The camsnap skill empowers Claude Code to interact with network-connected surveillance hardware. By providing a streamlined interface for RTSP and ONVIF protocols, it allows users to discover local cameras, grab high-quality snapshots, record timed video clips, and monitor for motion events. This skill is particularly useful for developers and system administrators who need to integrate visual monitoring, automate security workflows, or verify camera streams during system deployment and testing.

Key Features

01Streamlined YAML-based camera configuration management

02Instant snapshot capture and video clip recording

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04Configurable motion detection with customizable action triggers

05Automatic discovery of RTSP and ONVIF devices on the network

06Built-in diagnostic 'doctor' tool for troubleshooting stream connectivity

Use Cases

01Creating motion-triggered workflows that execute scripts when activity is detected

02Debugging and testing RTSP/ONVIF stream integrity during smart home or office setups

03Automating visual documentation for physical security audits or project site monitoring

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add harleycoops/clawdbot camsnap

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT