Extract a frame from a video — PNG or JPG
A good cover frame can decide whether someone stops scrolling. Scrub to the moment, pick a timestamp, and export a full-resolution still. PNG keeps text and graphics sharp; JPG is smaller for the web.
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- 01Load the video
Drop the clip and check the duration.
- 02Choose a timestamp
Enter the moment you want, such as 0:03.5.
- 03Save the frame
Export a PNG or JPG at the video's native resolution.
Save a frame: common questions
What image format should I use?
PNG for crisp text, logos, and graphics. JPG for a smaller photo-like still. Both are exported at the video's resolution, so a 1080p clip gives a 1920 x 1080 frame.
Can I get a frame from a vertical video?
Yes. The export keeps the source orientation, so a 1080 x 1920 Reel produces a 1080 x 1920 image.
Why is the frame black?
The timestamp may be before the first decodable frame or after the end. Try a second later. Some codecs need a keyframe before the requested time, and Cutmoor seeks to the nearest decodable frame.
Can I use the frame as a YouTube thumbnail?
Yes, if you own the video and the people in it. YouTube recommends 1280 x 720. A 1080p frame is larger, so resize it down before uploading.