Easy Way to Freeze Frame in Clipchamp for Perfect Edits

How to

Milan Stanojevic

Windows Toubleshooting Expert

How to

2 min. read

Published on September 18, 2025

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If you’re wondering how to freeze frame in Clipchamp, the process is simple. Here’s a quick guide that will show you how to do it step by step, so you can pause action, add text, or create dramatic effects.

How do I Freeze Frame in Clipchamp?

How do I Freeze Frame in Clipchamp?

Add frame to timeline

Freezing a frame is incredibly simple, and you just need to follow these steps:

Open Clipchamp
Open Clipchamp and import your video.
Import the video
Drag the video to the timeline at the bottom of the editor.
Locate the desired frame
Move the playhead to the exact frame you want to freeze.
Right-click the video
Right-click the video and select Create freeze frame.
New frame will appear
Clipchamp will insert a still image of that frame directly on the timeline.
Adjust the frame duration
Adjust the duration by dragging the edges of the freeze frame clip.
Continue editing
Add text, effects, or transitions over the frozen section if you’d like.

For more editing flexibility, you can also learn how to crop a video in Clipchamp.

Ready to export your video with the frozen moment? Follow this step-by-step guide on how to save to computer in Clipchamp to download the final MP4.

FAQs

How do I add text to a freeze frame in Clipchamp?

Select Text from the left panel, then drag a style onto your freeze frame clip.

Can I freeze multiple frames in one video?

Yes. Repeat the process at different points on the timeline to add multiple pauses.

Will freezing a frame affect audio?

No. Audio keeps playing unless you mute or split it. To pause sound too, split the audio track separately.

Can I extend a freeze frame?

Yes. Just drag the right edge of the freeze frame clip to make it longer.

Does Clipchamp freeze frame lower video quality?

No. The still image keeps the same resolution as your project.

Conclusion

Freezing a frame in Clipchamp is a quick way to control the pace of your video and highlight key moments. Whether you’re making tutorials, short clips, or creative edits, the freeze frame tool keeps your workflow simple and effective.

If you’re looking to expand your editing skills, check out guides on how to speed up a video in Clipchamp or how to save a project in Clipchamp.

More about the topics: clipchamp, video editing

Milan Stanojevic

Windows Toubleshooting Expert

Milan has been enthusiastic about technology ever since his childhood days, and this led him to take interest in all PC-related technologies. He's a PC enthusiast and he spends most of his time learning about computers and technology. Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he's one of the Troubleshooting experts in our worldwide team, specializing in Windows errors & software issues.