Extract Frame / Thumbnail
Save a single frame at a time as an image.
Overview
Extract Frame / Thumbnail is a no-code automation step in the Video category of AutoFlowRPA. It performs its action in a single step when the workflow reaches it. You can configure 5 parameter(s) to control exactly how it behaves. It is one of 369 commands you can drag into a workflow in the visual builder — no scripting required.
What it does
Save a single frame at a time as an image.
Parameters
| Parameter | Type | Required | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Input video | file | Required | Example: C:/videos/clip.mp4 Supports variables | |
| Time (HH:MM:SS or seconds) | string | Optional | 0 | Example: 00:00:03 Supports variables |
| Image format | dropdownjpg · png | Optional | jpg | |
| Output (optional) | file | Optional | Blank = auto-named next to the input. Supports variables | |
| Store output path in | variable | Optional | Example: outPath |
How to use Extract Frame / Thumbnail
- 1
Open AutoFlowRPA and drag the Extract Frame / Thumbnail command from the Video group onto the canvas.
- 2
Set its parameters in the side panel — Extract Frame / Thumbnail has 5 configurable field(s).
- 3
Connect it into your workflow and press Run. Everything executes locally on your machine.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Extract Frame / Thumbnail command do?
Save a single frame at a time as an image.
Which group does the Extract Frame / Thumbnail command belong to?
Extract Frame / Thumbnail is part of the Video group. AutoFlowRPA ships with 369+ ready-made commands you can combine without code.
Does the Extract Frame / Thumbnail command take any parameters?
Yes — Extract Frame / Thumbnail has 5 configurable field(s), all editable in the visual node editor.
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