How does this skill optimize GIF file sizes?

It implements strategies such as reducing the color palette to 48-128 colors, lowering the FPS, and removing duplicate frames to meet Slack's strict upload limits.

Can I use my own images with this skill?

Yes, the skill can load user-uploaded images using the Pillow (PIL) library to animate them directly or use them as a reference for colors and style.

What dependencies are required?

The skill requires Python with the pillow, imageio, and numpy libraries installed.

What dimensions are supported for Slack emojis?

This skill defaults to 128x128 pixels for emoji GIFs and 480x480 pixels for message GIFs, ensuring they look great within the Slack interface.

Does it support complex animation effects?

Yes, it includes pre-built logic for easing functions, bounce effects, rotations, fades, and even particle burst explosions.

Slack GIF Creator

Name: Slack GIF Creator
Author: macnversion

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Generates and optimizes custom animated GIFs and emojis tailored specifically for Slack's technical requirements and display standards.

The Slack GIF Creator skill provides Claude with a comprehensive toolkit for building high-quality animations from scratch or uploaded images. It streamlines the creation of Slack-optimized graphics by enforcing strict dimensions, frame rates, and color palettes, while offering advanced animation techniques like easing, pulsing, and particle effects. Whether creating custom team emojis or illustrative message GIFs, this skill ensures professional results through built-in validators and optimization utilities that manage file sizes without sacrificing visual quality.

Key Features

01Custom graphic generation using PIL primitives and gradient backgrounds

02Built-in validation tools to ensure compatibility with Slack's upload limits

030 GitHub stars

04Automated Slack optimization for emojis (128x128) and message GIFs (480x480)

05Advanced animation library featuring easing functions, shakes, pulses, and bounces

06Integrated GIFBuilder for frame-by-frame assembly with color palette reduction

Use Cases

01Converting static user-uploaded images into optimized, lightweight Slack animations

02Generating instructional or fun animated graphics for Slack-based technical documentation

03Creating custom animated reaction emojis for a team Slack workspace

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add macnversion/skills slack-gif-creator

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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