Shotcut
Shotcut
A free, open source, cross-platform video editor.
Shotcut is a versatile, non-linear video editing application that supports hundreds of audio and video formats via FFmpeg. It does not require project imports, allowing users to work natively with their raw footage directly on the timeline.
While it boasts a steep learning curve for beginners, it packs a massive punch with features like multi-track timelines, advanced color grading, keyframe animations, and hardware-accelerated encoding, rivaling expensive professional software.
Key Features
- Native timeline editing without importing
- Support for 4K resolutions and vast codec array
- Advanced audio mixing and filters
- Hardware encoding support
- Customizable dockable UI
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, Shotcut is open source. It is released under the GPL-3.0 license.
You can use Shotcut as a free, open-source alternative to Adobe Premiere Pro.
It is built using JavaScript, Shell, CMake, QML, C++.
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