At a glance
- Shotcut is listed under Video editing, alongside Animoto, CapCut and Clipchamp.
- Shotcut is available on Windows, macOS and Linux.
- Shotcut works with FFmpeg and Glaxnimate.
- Shotcut's main features: Wide format support, Native timeline editing, Multitrack timeline, Video filters, Audio filters, Device and transport options.
- We haven't confirmed whether Shotcut has a free plan or a public API.
Facts from shotcut.org, checked November 14, 2026.
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