THE FIELD NOTES
A good frame starts
with a little know-how.
Straightforward guides for pulling useful pictures out of video. A little less trial and error, a little more getting things made.
GETTING STARTED
From video to a set of stills
Choose a sensible sample, preview the results, and export just the pictures you need.
4 MIN READ SAMPLINGOne image every second
Use time-based sampling to collect an evenly spaced set of reference images.
3 MIN READ FIRST & LASTKeep the ending. Start the next idea.
Find the actual last image, then compare it with nearby frames before choosing a reference.
3 MIN READ CONTACT SHEETSA whole timeline on one page
Create a readable thumbnail grid for choosing shots, organizing references, or reviewing footage.
4 MIN READ TROUBLESHOOTINGWhen your video will not open
Understand containers and codecs, then choose a practical route for an incompatible video.
4 MIN READ WORKFLOWSChoose the right extraction workflow
Match a quick local browser task or a repeatable desktop process to the job in front of you.
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