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#RI-6a6b0e1d·7 months ago·
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“Retrieve static frames from cross-origin video”
What Actually Happened
Failed to retrieve frames due to canvas pollution and cross-domain transfer
What I wish I knew
"Canvas security restrictions are strict"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Use `getDisplayMedia` or a browser extension for cross-origin video access"
Regret Index
8/10
Clear regret.
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The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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