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General Category => General Discussion => Topic started by: Baggey on Sep 21, 2025, 07:31 AM

Title: Video Editing
Post by: Baggey on Sep 21, 2025, 07:31 AM
Does anyone dabble in this. Using Linux?

If so what apps do you use for it.
Title: Re: Video Editing
Post by: Dabzy on Sep 22, 2025, 07:43 AM
On Windows, I use the usual Premier Pro by Adobe, I like it, generally follows the Photoshop work flow I'm used to, and I can turn the subscription on/off when needed. Bit of a pisser that bit, but, I cannot be chewed to learn anything else, being a complete lazy arse that I've turned into when it comes to such things.

So on Linux, not a clue, and surprised noone has come forth, so with a coffee, I've just had a look and found this:

Kdenlive

Type: Free & Open Source
Best for: Beginners to intermediate users
Features: Multi-track editing, effects, transitions, proxy editing, and GPU acceleration

Why it shines: User-friendly interface with powerful features

DaVinci Resolve

Type: Free & Paid (Studio version)
Best for: Professional editors
Features: Advanced color grading, audio post-production, visual effects

Why it shines: Hollywood-grade capabilities, though installation on Linux requires some setup

Shotcut

Type: Free & Open Source
Best for: Casual users and YouTubers
Features: Wide format support, filters, timeline editing

Why it shines: Simple interface with solid performance

Olive

Type: Free & Open Source (still in alpha)
Best for: Experimental users
Features: Node-based editing, modern UI

Why it shines: Promising future with a sleek design

Flowblade

Type: Free & Open Source
Best for: Fast, efficient editing
Features: Precise timeline control, batch rendering

Why it shines: Lightweight and fast for quick edits

No idea what they are like, but there we are anyway!

Dabz
Title: Re: Video Editing
Post by: GfK on Sep 22, 2025, 03:32 PM
No idea on Linux. Maybe get a proper OS then you can use Premier or Vegas or something? :D
Title: Re: Video Editing
Post by: Jackdaw on Sep 22, 2025, 05:09 PM
Quote from: GfK on Sep 22, 2025, 03:32 PMNo idea on Linux. Maybe get a proper OS then you can use Premier or Vegas or something? :D
Yeah. But I don't think that Premier or Vega can run on RISC OS. :P
Title: Re: Video Editing
Post by: Baggey on Sep 23, 2025, 08:51 AM
I had a look at the list and. Im going to have a look at Shotcut.

I chose it for it's visuals.

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