A specialized tool that converts static images into dynamic whiteboard hand-drawing and coloring animations.
Install & Download
1. ClawHub CLI
The fastest way to install a skill directly from the registry.
npx clawhub@latest install whiteboard-animation
2. Manual Installation
Copy the skill folder to one of these locations
~/.openclaw/skills/ <project>/skills/ Priority: Workspace > Local > Bundled
3. Prompt Installation
Copy this prompt to OpenClaw to install it automatically.
Help me install whiteboard-animation using Clawhub. If Clawhub is not installed, install it first (npm i -g clawhub).
Prefer to download?
Get the raw skill files in a ZIP archive.
What is Whiteboard Animation Generator?
The Whiteboard Animation Generator is a powerful Openclaw Skills integration designed to bring static visuals to life. By analyzing the contours and colors of any input image, it simulates a realistic two-stage drawing process: first, a hand-drawn line sketch appears, followed by a detailed coloring phase that restores the original image's vibrancy.
Built for creators and educators, this skill automates the complex task of video production by generating high-quality H.264 MP4 videos. It offers a seamless bridge between static graphic design and engaging video content, ensuring professional results with minimal manual effort through the use of Openclaw Skills.
Whiteboard Animation Generator Use Cases
- Creating educational content and explainer videos from static diagrams.
- Automating social media content creation by turning photos into drawing animations.
- Batch processing multiple images for presentation slide transitions.
- Enhancing digital storytelling with realistic hand-drawn overlays.
How Whiteboard Animation Generator Works
- Environment Check: The system runs a setup script to verify dependencies and capture the correct Python path.
- Input Validation: It confirms the existence and format of the source images (PNG, JPG, BMP, etc.).
- Parameter Configuration: Users define duration, output directories, and whether to include the hand overlay.
- Processing: The script generates the animation in two distinct phases—sketching and coloring.
- Output Generation: The final H.264 MP4 video is rendered and saved to the specified output directory.
Whiteboard Animation Generator Setup
To get started with this skill, ensure you have Python 3.8+ installed. Use the following commands to set up the environment within Openclaw Skills:
# Check if the environment is already prepared
python <skill_dir>/scripts/setup_env.py --check
# If setup is required, run the full installation
python <skill_dir>/scripts/setup_env.py
Whiteboard Animation Generator Data Schema & Taxonomy
The skill manages data through a structured CLI approach, ensuring predictable file outputs and metadata handling within Openclaw Skills.
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Supported Formats | PNG, JPG, JPEG, BMP, TIFF |
| Output Codec | H.264 (MP4) |
| Filename Pattern | vid_YYYYMMDD_HHMMSS_h264.mp4 |
| Default Output | ./output directory |
| Dependencies | OpenCV, NumPy, PyAV |
Whiteboard Animation Generator Advanced Features
- Batch Mode: Process multiple images simultaneously by providing arrays of paths and durations.
- Hand Overlay Customization: Toggle the hand visibility using the
--no-handflag for a cleaner look. - Duration Control: Granular millisecond-level control over the total length of the animation.
- Automated Dependency Management: Built-in virtual environment creation to prevent library conflicts.
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