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Shotcut is a free and open-source video editor available for Windows, Linux, and macOS. It supports timeline editing, filters, transitions, audio tools, hardware encoding, and a wide range of video formats through FFmpeg.

A solid privacy-friendly alternative to editors like Premiere Pro, Filmora, and CapCut, with no subscriptions or watermark restrictions.

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[–] TrickDacy@lemmy.world 3 points 2 months ago (1 children)

Nice. The only one I knew about on Linux is Davinci Resolve, so I'm glad to see a foss alternative.

[–] withabeard@sh.itjust.works 3 points 2 months ago

Have a look at kdenlive as well. Each has their pros and cons