Shotcut
Cross-platform open-source video editor built on the MLT framework with a wide format support and no import required.
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Version history
4 releases· tracked since May 16, 2026
v26.9.27
Detected on September 28, 2026
v26.8.1
Detected on August 2, 2026
v26.6.25
Detected on June 27, 2026
v26.4.30
First tracked versionDetected on May 16, 2026
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Updated 10/18/2026, 7:00:25 PM
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