How to Download Selected Clips from Blue Iris Using the Web Interface

Are you looking for an easy way to download selected clips from your Blue Iris security system using the web interface? If so, you're in luck. In this article, we'll show you how to mark start and end points of clips directly in the web interface and download them locally as regular files.

Using iCloud Photo Sharing

For those who use an iOS device, such as an iPhone or iPad, downloading selected clips from Blue Iris is a breeze. By using iCloud Photo Sharing, you can easily transfer videos to your other devices, including your Mac. This means that you can access and edit your Blue Iris footage on the go.

Downloading Clips via the Web Interface

While it's easy to download entire clips in BVR format, this isn't very useful if you're looking for a specific part of a clip. Luckily, there is a way to mark start and end points of clips directly in the web interface and download them locally as regular files.

To do this, follow these steps:

1. Log in to your Blue Iris account via the UI3 web interface.

2. Select the camera feed you want to view.

3. Click on the 'Play' button to start playback.

4. Use the playhead to navigate to the part of the clip you're interested in.

5. Right-click (or control-click) on the playhead and select 'Download Clip'.

6. In the download window, specify the start and end points of the clip you want to download.

7. Choose a format for the downloaded file, such as MP4.

In this article, we've shown you how to download selected clips from Blue Iris using the web interface. By following these simple steps, you can mark start and end points of clips directly in the web interface and download them locally as regular files. Whether you're looking for a specific part of a clip or want to share your footage with others, this feature is sure to come in handy.

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