Keyframe spacing
Seeking may decode forward from an earlier video keyframe.
Single-frame capture
Grab a clean frame from a video without taking a screenshot
Use the built-in player to find the moment you want, then capture the decoded frame without browser chrome, playback controls, or display scaling in the image.
CaptureCurrent frame
ControlsExcluded
FormatsJPG PNG WebP
ProcessingLocal
Drop a video fileNo upload, no account
Click, paste, or drop a video fileMP4, MOV, M4V, and WebM videos are decoded locally.
Frame selection
Output format
Quality92%
Planned output0 / 240
PrivateZIP exportJPG PNG WebP
Frame grabber
Direct frame capture from the decoded video
A normal screen capture records whatever is displayed, including overlays, controls, and the current on-screen size. A frame grabber instead draws the decoded video image to Canvas and exports that clean still.
This is useful for thumbnail candidates, evidence, presentation images, product demos, and visual references. You can also switch from one-frame capture to batch extraction without loading the video again.
Step-by-step
How to grab one video frame
The current-frame button follows the playback position shown in the player.
- 01
Open the local video
Choose a file your browser can play and seek.
- 02
Scrub to the moment
Use the player timeline and pause near the desired frame.
- 03
Choose image settings
Select JPG, PNG, or WebP plus quality and output width.
- 04
Capture and download
Use Capture current and save the timestamped image.
Compatibility
What affects frame grabbing
The browser decoder and source encoding determine which frame appears at a requested playback time.
Variable frame rate
Playback time does not always map to a simple numbered frame.
High-resolution sources
Original-size capture can require significant browser memory.
Unsupported codecs
Files that do not preview cannot be captured.
Best results
Grab a sharper still
Pause before capturing
Confirm the desired moment is visible in the player.
Check nearby moments
Fast movement may be sharper a fraction of a second earlier or later.
Use PNG for interfaces
Lossless output protects small text and hard edges.
Use JPG for camera footage
It usually creates a much smaller photographic still.
Support and limits
Frame grabber limits
The output reflects the decoded source frame and does not add missing detail.
Supported workflow
- Current-player frame capture
- Timestamped image filenames
- Original or reduced image dimensions
Current limits
- No frame interpolation
- No AI deblur or upscaling
- No capture from DRM or remote streaming pages
FAQ
Questions about frame grabber
Is this better than taking a screenshot?
It avoids player controls and captures from the decoded video image.
Can I grab only one frame?
Yes. Use Capture current after scrubbing.
Can I use an exact timestamp?
Yes. Times mode is available for typed timecodes.
Which image format is best?
PNG suits text and UI; JPG or WebP suits photographic footage.
Does the video leave my device?
No. It is opened as a local browser file.