ttygif
Convert terminal recordings (ttyrec files) into animated GIFs by capturing screenshots of each frame.
What is ttygif?
ttygif is a command-line tool that converts ttyrec terminal session recordings into animated GIF files. It captures screenshots of each frame from the recording, enabling developers to create visual demonstrations of terminal commands and workflows. The tool is designed to be simple and efficient, focusing solely on the conversion process.
Developers, system administrators, and technical educators who need to share terminal sessions visually, such as for tutorials, documentation, or debugging demonstrations.
ttygif offers a straightforward, no-frills solution for converting terminal recordings to GIFs, with cross-platform support and minimal dependencies. Its simplicity and reliability make it a preferred choice over more complex alternatives for quick, shareable terminal visuals.
Overview
Convert terminal recordings to animated gifs
Use Cases
Best For
- Creating animated GIFs from terminal recordings for tutorials
- Documenting command-line workflows with visual steps
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