Export a still image

You can export any frame as a still image file.

You can prevent distortion when you export still images from non-square pixel formats for use in square-pixel graphics or video. On the Video tab, in the Aspect menu, select Square Pixels (1.0). Change the Width and Height as needed for the specific format.
  1. Select a clip in the Project panel or a Timeline.
  2. Choose File > Export > Media.
  3. In the Export Settings dialog box, select a still-image format from the Format menu. See Export Settings Format options.
  4. If tabs are not visible below the Summary pane, click the Advanced Mode button .
  5. On the Video tab, deselect the Export As Sequence option (if it is selected).
  6. (Optional) To deinterlace the frame, select Progressive from the Field Type menu.
  7. (Optional) To correct the pixel aspect ratio for display on computer screens, select Square Pixels from the Aspect menu.
  8. Click the Output Name hot text.
  9. Browse to the location where you want to save the still-image file, type a filename for it, and click Save.
  10. In the Export Settings viewing area, drag the playhead to the frame you want to export as a still image.
  11. Click OK.