Google Chrome has unveiled a new capability that allows users to capture full-resolution video frames.

 

Google recently introduced a novel capability in its Chrome web browser, permitting users to extract high-resolution static images from videos hosted on YouTube and select other websites. This innovative feature, primarily designed with students in mind, enables them to capture visuals for note-taking purposes while watching lecture videos. It is seamlessly integrated into Chrome and is also compatible with various Chromium-based browsers.

At present, this functionality appears to be functional when interacting with videos hosted on YouTube and within the Google Photos platform, both of which employ the YouTube player. However, it may not be as effective when applied to videos containing overlays or those embedded within other elements.

To utilize this feature, follow these simple steps:

1. Pause the Video: While watching the video on YouTube or a compatible site in your Chrome browser, pause the video at the frame you wish to capture.

2. Right-Click: Next, right-click on the paused video. A context menu will appear.

3. Select "Copy Video Frame": From the context menu, click on the option that says "Copy Video Frame."

4.Copy to Clipboard: This action will copy the selected video frame to your computer's clipboard.

5. Paste into Document or Image Editor: Now, you can paste the copied video frame into any document, image editing software, or application that supports image pasting (e.g., Microsoft Word, Photoshop, PowerPoint, etc.).

This process allows you to easily capture high-quality still images from videos without the need for external tools or additional browser extensions.

The notable aspect of this feature is that the copied frame maintains the resolution of the source video, rather than being limited to the resolution of your screen. This means that users can extract frames in 4K quality, even if the YouTube video is playing in a smaller window or at a lower resolution. It's a valuable tool for capturing high-quality stills from videos for various purposes, including academic note-taking and content creation.