Video Screenshot
Captures a single frame from a video as an image.
What Video Screenshot does
Ezgif's Video Screenshot tool lets users extract a single, high-quality frame from any video file and save it as a standard JPG or PNG image. By uploading a video or pasting a direct URL, the user can navigate the built-in player to a specific moment using either a visual scrubber or by typing in seconds manually. The result is a precise visual snapshot suitable for creating thumbnails, reference images, or preserving key moments from footage, all without installing editing software.
How to use the Ezgif Video Screenshot
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Upload a video file (MP4, WebM, AVI, MOV, MKV, FLV, WMV, 3GP, etc.) or paste a direct video URL into the input field
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Use the built-in video player to navigate to the exact moment you want to capture, either by dragging the timeline or typing the desired timestamp in seconds
- 3
Click the "Use current position" button to set the precise frame, then choose JPG for smaller file size or PNG for lossless quality
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Click "Take Screenshot" and download the resulting image file to your device
Best for
Photographers, researchers, and educators who need to preserve key moments from moving video without specialized editing software, especially when creating video thumbnails or extracting reference images from common formats.
Limitations
- Maximum file size of 200MB for uploaded videos
- No unit switching between seconds, minutes, and timestamp formats within the interface
- Results are estimates dependent on video player frame accuracy
Video Screenshot FAQ
- Can I extract a frame from a video larger than 200MB?
- The tool supports all common video formats including MP4, WebM, AVI, MOV, MKV, FLV, WMV, 3GP, OGV, and more. If a format is not recognized, the upload may fail or the video may not play correctly.
- How do I choose between JPG and PNG output quality?
- The built-in video player allows navigation by dragging the timeline slider or by typing the exact number of seconds manually. Both methods set the precise timestamp for frame capture.
- Is it possible to capture multiple frames at once from a single video?
- All uploaded files are automatically deleted from the server one hour after upload to protect user privacy and free up storage space.
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