Extract Still Frames From a Video on Your Mac
Extract Frames saves still images from a video. You can grab a frame every few seconds, a set number of evenly spaced frames across the whole clip, or one single frame at a time you choose. Frames are saved as PNG, JPEG or HEIC at the original size, 1080p or 720p.
How to use Extract Frames
Open Extract Frames and drop one or more videos.
Choose Every N seconds, Evenly spaced or Single frame, and enter the seconds or number of frames.
Pick PNG, JPEG or HEIC and an image size.
Click Extract Frames and open the new folder in Downloads.
Questions about Extract Frames
How do I save a frame from a video as a picture on Mac?
Choose Single frame, enter the time you want and click Extract Frames. The still is saved as an image file in a new folder in Downloads.
Can I export a frame every second?
Yes. Choose Every N seconds and enter 1, or any interval such as 0.5 or 10 seconds.
Which image format should I choose?
PNG keeps every detail, JPEG gives small files that open anywhere, and HEIC is small with good quality on Apple devices.
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