---
title: "BlurHash Compact Image Placeholder Encoder"
description: "An agent skill that uses BlurHash, the compact image placeholder representation algorithm by Wolt, to generate and decode tiny hash strings that represent blurred previews of images. Enables instant placeholder rendering in web and mobile applications while full images load."
verification: "security_reviewed"
source: "https://github.com/woltapp/blurhash"
category:
  - "Image & Creative Automation"
framework:
  - "Multi-Framework"
tool_ecosystem:
  github_repo: "woltapp/blurhash"
  github_stars: 16958
  npm_package: "blurhash"
  npm_weekly_downloads: 897963
---

# BlurHash Compact Image Placeholder Encoder

An agent skill that uses BlurHash, the compact image placeholder representation algorithm by Wolt, to generate and decode tiny hash strings that represent blurred previews of images. Enables instant placeholder rendering in web and mobile applications while full images load.

## Installation

Choose whichever fits your setup:

1. Copy this skill folder into your local skills directory.
2. Clone the repo and symlink or copy the skill into your agent workspace.
3. Add the repo as a git submodule if you manage shared skills centrally.
4. Install it through your internal provisioning or packaging workflow.
5. Download the folder directly from GitHub and place it in your skills collection.

## Source

- [Agent Skill Exchange](https://agentskillexchange.com/skills/blurhash-compact-image-placeholder-encoder/)