# copyCGImage(at:actualTime:) Returns an image for the asset at or near a specified time. ``` func copyCGImage(at requestedTime: CMTime, actualTime: UnsafeMutablePointer?) throws -> CGImage ``` ## Parameters `requestedTime` A time within the asset timeline for which to create an image. `actualTime` Upon return, contains the time at which the image was actually generated. If you’re not interested in this information, pass `NULL` . ## Return Value A for the asset at or near a specified time, or `NULL` if the image could not be created. ## Discussion This method returns the image synchronously. --- Copyright © 2026 Apple Inc. All rights reserved. | [Terms of Use](https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/terms/site.html) | [Privacy Policy](https://www.apple.com/privacy/privacy-policy)