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Version 26.9.27 Windows · macOS GPL-3.0

Download for Windows 26.9.27 · 64-bit installer (.exe)

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Shotcut 26.9.27 files

  • 64-bit installer .exe Recommended

    github.com/mltframework SHA-256 77e1ee1f713d…d05af9

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  • ARM64 installer .exe

    github.com/mltframework SHA-256 364ef9bf0b23…12a807

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About Shotcut

At a glance: Shotcut is a media app by Meltytech. The latest version is 26.9.27 for Windows and 26.9.28 for macOS. Price: Free. Licence: GPL-3.0. Official website: shotcut.org.

Shotcut is a free, open-source video editor for Windows, macOS and Linux, developed by Meltytech and built on the MLT multimedia framework. It edits most formats directly on the timeline — no importing or converting first — and supports resolutions up to 4K.

Its interface is made of dockable panels you can show or hide, so it can stay simple for quick trims or grow into a full multi-track editor with filters, transitions, colour grading and keyframes.

Best for: Beginners and hobbyists who want a free, watermark-free video editor that still has room to grow.

System requirements

  • Windows: 64-bit (x64), ARM64
  • macOS: macOS 12 Monterey or later · Apple Silicon & Intel

Features

What you can do with Shotcut

  • Native timeline editing

    Drop in videos, audio and images in hundreds of formats and edit them directly.

  • Multi-track timeline

    Layer video and audio tracks with transitions, blend modes and keyframed filters.

  • Filters and colour

    Colour grading, chroma key, stabilisation, text and many audio and video filters.

  • Up to 4K

    Handles high-resolution footage, with optional proxy editing for slower computers.

  • Flexible export

    Export presets for YouTube, MP4/H.264, HEVC, WebM and more, with hardware encoding.

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Help

Shotcut: frequently asked questions

Is this the official Shotcut download?

Yes. The download buttons link directly to the developer’s own servers (github.com/mltframework). DownloadFrom.net does not host, modify or bundle Shotcut; we only list the official files and their SHA-256 checksums so you can verify them.

Which Windows file should I download?

For most PCs, choose the recommended 64-bit installer (.exe). Pick an ARM64 file only for Windows on ARM devices (for example Snapdragon laptops), and MSI packages if you deploy software for an organisation. To check your PC, open Settings → System → About and look at “System type”.

Is Shotcut free?

Yes. Shotcut is free and open source (GPL-3.0) with no watermark or paid upgrade.

Does Shotcut add a watermark?

No. Exports from Shotcut never contain a watermark.

Shotcut or Kdenlive — which should I use?

Both are free and capable. Shotcut is often considered quicker to start with; Kdenlive offers more advanced features such as nested timelines and speech-to-text subtitles. Try both — they are free.

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  • Audacity

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