ascii-terminal-animation-pack
Plan and generate terminal ASCII animations/screensaver-style output (FPS, refresh rules, loop policy, low-flicker guidance), with a static poster frame and an optional local demo script.
Best use case
ascii-terminal-animation-pack is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt. It is especially useful for teams working in multi. Plan and generate terminal ASCII animations/screensaver-style output (FPS, refresh rules, loop policy, low-flicker guidance), with a static poster frame and an optional local demo script.
Plan and generate terminal ASCII animations/screensaver-style output (FPS, refresh rules, loop policy, low-flicker guidance), with a static poster frame and an optional local demo script.
Users should expect a more consistent workflow output, faster repeated execution, and less time spent rewriting prompts from scratch.
Practical example
Example input
Use the "ascii-terminal-animation-pack" skill to help with this workflow task. Context: Plan and generate terminal ASCII animations/screensaver-style output (FPS, refresh rules, loop policy, low-flicker guidance), with a static poster frame and an optional local demo script.
Example output
A structured workflow result with clearer steps, more consistent formatting, and an output that is easier to reuse in the next run.
When to use this skill
- Use this skill when you want a reusable workflow rather than writing the same prompt again and again.
- Use it when you already have the supporting tools or dependencies needed by the workflow.
When not to use this skill
- Do not use this when you only need a one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- Do not use it if you cannot install or maintain the related files, repository context, or supporting tools.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/ascii-terminal-animation-pack/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How ascii-terminal-animation-pack Compares
| Feature / Agent | ascii-terminal-animation-pack | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Plan and generate terminal ASCII animations/screensaver-style output (FPS, refresh rules, loop policy, low-flicker guidance), with a static poster frame and an optional local demo script.
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
Related Guides
SKILL.md Source
## When to use this skill **CRITICAL TRIGGER RULE** - Use this skill ONLY when the user explicitly mentions the exact skill name: `ascii-terminal-animation-pack`. **Trigger phrases include:** - "ascii-terminal-animation-pack" - "use ascii-terminal-animation-pack" - "用 ascii-terminal-animation-pack 做终端动画" - "使用 ascii-terminal-animation-pack 生成矩阵雨 demo" ## Boundary - Animations must be explicitly triggered demos. Never default to animated output in normal logs. - Must provide an ASCII-only static poster frame for README/tickets. - Must provide disable guidance: skip animations for non-interactive / redirected output. ## How to use this skill ### Inputs - theme (matrix | waves | custom, default matrix) - width (default 80) - height (default 24) - fps (default 10) - durationSeconds (default 3) - loop (default false) - colorMode (none | ansi256, default ansi256) ### Outputs (required) - animationSpec (refresh rules, FPS, loop policy, disable conditions) - staticPosterFrame (ASCII-only) - safetyNotes (exit/disable guidance, avoid log spam) ### Workflow 1. **Check TTY**: Detect if output is a terminal (`sys.stdout.isatty()`) — skip animation for non-interactive 2. **Generate spec**: Define theme, FPS, duration, loop policy, and exit conditions 3. **Render frames**: Output frames with ANSI cursor control; clear screen between frames 4. **Validate output**: Confirm clean exit (cursor restored), no log contamination, short default duration ## Script - `scripts/matrix_demo.py`: best-effort matrix rain demo (short-run, TTY-only) ## Examples - `examples/spec.md` - `examples/poster.md` ## Quality checklist 1. Non-spam by default: short duration, easy exit, disabled for non-interactive output 2. Static frame is ASCII-only and copy/paste safe 3. Animated output should not mix with normal application logs (recommend separate command or stream) ## Keywords **English:** ascii-terminal-animation-pack, terminal animation, ascii animation, matrix rain, demo, fps, non-interactive **中文:** ascii-terminal-animation-pack, 终端动画, ASCII 动效, 矩阵雨, 演示, 帧率, 非交互禁用
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