Friday, 11 September 2026
Kdenlive 26.08.1 released
Kdenlive
Free and Open Source Video Editor
Kdenlive is the acronym for KDE Non-Linear Video Editor. It works on Linux, Windows, macOS, and BSD.
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Powerful Tools from Start to Finish
Whether you're doing simple edits or crafting a professional masterpiece, Kdenlive supports you from ingest to the final touch, with a customizable interface that adapts to your workflow.
Asset Management
Ingest footage in almost any audio or video format, review its metadata or use proxies for smooth playback even on low-end systems.
Use powerful tags and filters to organize your assets and create multiple bins, so everything is at hand when you need it.
Editing
Take control of your edit with a flexible non-linear workflow, multicam and 3-point editing. Manage complex timelines with nested sequences and markers while automatic backups keep your work protected.
Audio
Can you hear the difference? Shape your soundtrack with powerful mixers, built-in voiceover recording, and an audio spectrum that lets you see exactly what you’re hearing.
Effects and Transitions
Choose from hundreds of audio and video effects, apply them at any level of your workflow and create dynamic changes with keyframes.
Add smooth transitions between clips and combine layers with flexible compositions to create polished, dynamic sequences.
Color
Bring your footage to life! Apply LUTs, do basic color corrections or detailed creative grading.
Analyze your image with histogram, vectorscope, RGB parade and waveform to make precise adjustments.
Subtitles and Text
Create professional subtitles with automatic transcription, advanced layering and styling.
Add simple title clips with ease or seamlessly connect your project to Glaxnimate for complex motion graphics.
A Creative Community
Kdenlive is part of the KDE Community and developed by a small, mostly volunteer team from all over the world.
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