
Overview of Kdenlive: The KDE Non-Linear Video Editor
Kdenlive, short for KDE Non-Linear Video Editor, is a versatile video editing tool compatible with GNU/Linux, Windows, and BSD operating systems. Utilizing the MLT framework, Kdenlive offers a rich array of plug-in effects for both video and audio production. This robust software features a comprehensive titling tool, a solution for DVD authoring complete with menus, and functions effectively as an all-in-one studio for video creation.
For more insights on Kdenlive’s capabilities, check this video tutorial.
Supported Formats and Features
Kdenlive supports all file formats recognized by FFmpeg or libav, including popular types like QuickTime, AVI, WMV, MPEG, and Flash Video. The software accommodates 4:3 and 16:9 aspect ratios, supporting various standards such as PAL, NTSC, HDV, and AVCHD. Additionally, users can export videos to DV devices or create DVDs complete with chapter markers and menus.
Core Features of Kdenlive
- Support for multi-track editing, offering an unlimited number of audio and video tracks using an intuitive timeline interface.
- An integrated title editor, with functionalities to create, move, crop, and remove various types of clips including video, audio, text, and images.
- The ability to apply custom effects and seamless transitions to enhance video quality.
- A diverse range of audio signal processing features, such as normalization, phase shifts, pitch adjustments, limiting, and equalization. Visual effects encompass masking, blue-screen, distortions, and color correction tools.
- Highly customizable keyboard shortcuts and interface layouts for tailored user experience.
- Non-blocking rendering allows users to pause, stop, and restart the rendering process as needed.
- Kdenlive includes a script known as the Kdenlive Builder Wizard (KBW), enabling users to compile the latest developer version from source for testing new features.
- Project files are stored in an XML format, facilitating easy management.
- The archiving feature enables users to export entire projects along with their associated assets into a single folder or compressed archive.
- A built-in audio mixer for enhanced audio manipulation.
Latest Updates in Kdenlive 25.08.2
- Addressed an issue with the fade to black preset. See commit associated with bug #509108.
- Resolved a crash that occurred when dragging effects from other windows. Refer to commit for bug #510253.
- Introduced a new pass-through alpha parameter to the frei0r_pixeliz0r.xml file.
- Added a new VSync parameter to the frei0r_nosync0r.xml file.
- Updated the frei0r_sigmoidaltransfer.xml for improved performance.
- Fixed crashes when using filter jobs on sequence clips. See bug #509769 for details.
- Corrected an audio waveform normalization issue when switching between clips.
- Enhanced selection and resizing capabilities for small clips. This fix addresses bug #509911.
- Corrected a job QProcess error related to threading.
- Resolved an issue where sequence subclips would disappear upon reopening projects. Refer to bug #509773.
- Removed v4l from ffmpeg integration.
- Documentation improved by removing unnecessary spaces after ‘url’ tags.
- Fixed incorrect links in the appdata files.
- CI – Flatpak now utilizes our mirror to ensure reliability for ladspa URLs.
- Fixed a freeze that occurred when loading invalid clips.
- Corrected a GIF preset issue related to file location accuracy. See issue #2044 for reference.
Download Kdenlive
For those interested in trying out Kdenlive 25.08.2, you can download it using the following links:
For more information, visit the Kdenlive Home Page or explore options for Other Operating Systems.

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