Grab First & Last Frames from Any Video
Free video frame grabber & extractor for macOS. No ffmpeg. No fuss.
Capture start and end frames as full-resolution PNGs — perfect for AI video generation (Sora, Kling, Runway, Luma), thumbnails, and previews. Works with MP4, MOV, AVI, M2V.
Requires macOS 14 Sonoma or later · Universal Binary (Apple Silicon + Intel)
Looking for a simple way to grab frames from a video on macOS? VideoSlicer is a free video frame grabber and extractor that captures the first and last frames from any video file and saves them as full-resolution lossless PNG images. Perfect as start and end frames for AI video generation with tools like Sora, Kling, Wan, Veo, Runway, Luma Dream Machine, and Pika — or for creating video thumbnails, stills, and previews. A better alternative to Apple Photos' "Export Frame to Pictures" — no ffmpeg, no Homebrew, no command-line tools, no subscription. Just drag, drop, and done. Built with Apple's native AVFoundation framework, VideoSlicer supports MP4, MOV, AVI, M2V, and any other format macOS can play. Capture stills from video — 100% offline, 100% private, 100% free.
Everything You Need. Nothing You Don't.
Drag & Drop
Drop any video file onto the window and VideoSlicer gets straight to work. No menus, no settings, no learning curve.
First & Last Frame
Automatically extracts both the very first and very last frames from your video in a single operation.
Full Resolution PNG
Frames are saved as lossless PNG files at the video's native resolution. No quality loss, no compression artifacts.
No Dependencies
Built with Apple's native AVFoundation framework. No ffmpeg, no Homebrew packages, no command-line tools needed.
Multiple Formats
Works with MP4, MOV, AVI, M2V, and any other video format supported natively by macOS.
AI Video Ready
Grab start and end frames for AI video generation tools like Sora, Kling, Wan, Veo, Runway, Luma Dream Machine, and Pika. Get the exact keyframes you need for image-to-video and video extension workflows.
Thumbnails, Stills & Previews
Capture the opening or closing frame as a still image for video thumbnails, previews, or social media posts. Full resolution, no quality loss.
100% Free
No ads, no subscriptions, no in-app purchases, no accounts. Just a clean tool that respects your time and your Mac.
How It Works
Drop Your Video
Drag any video file onto the VideoSlicer window or use File > Open (Cmd+O).
Extract Frames
VideoSlicer instantly grabs the first and last frames at full resolution.
Get Your PNGs
Two lossless PNG files appear right next to your original video. That's it.
Frequently Asked Questions
What video formats are supported?
VideoSlicer supports all major video formats including MP4, MOV, AVI, and M2V. It uses Apple's native AVFoundation framework, so any format that macOS can play is supported out of the box.
Where are the extracted frames saved?
Extracted frames are saved as PNG files in a folder next to your source video. The folder contains first.png and last.png, making them easy to find.
Is VideoSlicer free?
Yes, VideoSlicer is completely free with no catches. There are no ads, no subscriptions, no in-app purchases, and no account sign-ups. It is a simple, focused tool.
Does it work offline?
Yes. VideoSlicer works entirely offline. It is a native macOS application that processes everything locally on your machine. No internet connection is ever required.
What macOS version is required?
VideoSlicer requires macOS 14 (Sonoma) or later. It ships as a Universal Binary, so it runs natively on both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs.
Can I use extracted frames with AI video generators?
Yes. VideoSlicer is perfect for extracting start and end keyframes for AI video generation tools like Sora, Kling, Wan, Veo, and others. Extract the first or last frame from an existing clip, then use it as an input image for image-to-video or frame interpolation workflows.
Is my video data sent anywhere?
Absolutely not. VideoSlicer processes all videos locally on your Mac. No data is uploaded anywhere, no analytics are collected from the app, and no network requests are made. Your files never leave your machine.
Do I need ffmpeg or any command-line tools?
No. VideoSlicer is a native macOS app built with Apple's AVFoundation framework. There's nothing to install — no ffmpeg, no Homebrew, no terminal commands. Just drag and drop.
How is this different from Apple Photos "Export Frame to Pictures"?
Apple Photos' built-in "Export Frame to Pictures" is often greyed out, doesn't work with HEVC videos, and only exports TIFF format to a hard-to-find folder. VideoSlicer works with any video format, exports lossless PNG, and saves frames right next to your video file. No workarounds needed.
Can I extract the last frame to extend an AI video?
Yes. VideoSlicer is designed for exactly this workflow. Extract the last frame from your AI-generated clip, then use it as the starting image for your next generation in Sora, Kling, Runway, Luma Dream Machine, Pika, or any image-to-video tool. This creates seamless video extensions.
Your Privacy Matters
VideoSlicer works 100% offline. No accounts, no data collection, no network requests. All video processing happens locally on your Mac. Your files never leave your machine.