Insert a freeze frame — pauses the video at a specific frame for a set duration.
How It Works
Freezes the video at at_frame for freeze_duration_frames. Implemented as a speed ramp with near-zero speed at that point. at_frame is relative to the overlay start.
Specifications
Category
Visual Effects
Execution
instant
Credit Cost
Free
Overlay Types
video
Tags
effects, speed
Example Prompts
“freeze on that frame”
“hold that shot”
“pause the video for 2 seconds”
Required Parameters
overlay_id (number)
ID of the video overlay
at_frame (number)
Frame number to freeze at (relative to overlay start)
freeze_duration_frames (number)
How many frames to hold the freeze (e.g. 60 = 2s at 30fps)
Optional Parameters
user_text (string)
undefined
Use Cases for Visual Effects
Apply cinematic color grades to match professional film looks
Add transition effects between scenes for smooth storytelling
Animate overlays with entrance and exit effects for engagement
How to Get Started with Freeze Frame
1.Open any project in the 6trim editor or create a new one.
2.Type a prompt in the AI assistant — for example: "freeze on that frame".
3.The Freeze Frame result appears as a video overlay on your timeline. Drag to reposition or resize.
Frequently Asked Questions
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