Browser FFmpeg recipe
Extract Frames from Video Online with FFmpeg
Export one JPG frame per second from the source video.
Command
Run this FFmpeg command
ffmpeg -i input.mp4 -vf fps=1 frame_%03d.jpg frame_%03d.jpgWhen to use it
- storyboards
- thumbnails
- visual review
How it works
- Upload the video file.
- Adjust the fps value for more or fewer frames.
- Run FFmpeg and download the generated frame archive.
Option reference
| Option | What it does |
|---|---|
fps=1 | Exports one frame for each second of video. |
frame_%03d.jpg | Creates numbered JPG image files. |
-vf | Applies a video filter graph. |
Practical notes
- Increase fps to extract more frames.
- Many output images are downloaded as a zip file.
FAQ
How do I extract every frame?
Remove the fps filter, but expect many output images for long videos.
Can I output PNG frames?
Yes. Use the video to images recipe or change the filename extension to png.