Avidemux
Avidemux is an open-source video editor designed for simple cutting, filtering, and encoding tasks. It supports numerous file types, allowing users to trim footage or convert video formats without unnecessary re-encoding.
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- Version
- 2.8.1
- Release date
- Sept. 21, 2022
- License
- GPL-2.0
- Installer type
- nullsoft
How do I use this?
Type Terminal in the Start menu and open it, paste the command (Ctrl+V or right-click) and press Enter. It uses winget, Windows' own package manager, to install the program from its official source.
winget install --id Avidemux.Avidemux -eSHA256 (file verification)
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Platform pages: Windows · macOS · Linux · Android
Old versions (1)
Avidemux 2.8.1: what's new?
Highlights
- Fast video trimming and cutting without re-encoding
- Comprehensive video and audio filters such as resizing and deinterlacing
- Encoding to multiple formats and codecs
- Job queue and scripting capabilities for automating tasks
Who is it for?
It is intended for users who need to quickly cut unwanted parts from recordings, apply basic filters, or convert video formats efficiently.
Good to know before installing
- Lacks a multi-track timeline for non-linear editing projects.
- Does not provide complex audio mixing or advanced motion graphics tools.
How to install
Windows
- Click the official download button on our site to get the installer.
- Run the downloaded setup file and follow the installation wizard.
- Alternatively, run 'winget install --id Avidemux.Avidemux -e' in your command prompt.
- Launch Avidemux from the Start menu once the installation finishes.
Alternatives
Frequently asked questions
Can Avidemux cut videos without re-encoding?
Yes, setting both video and audio outputs to 'Copy' mode preserves the original quality without re-encoding.
Is Avidemux free to use?
Yes, Avidemux is completely free and open-source software licensed under GPL-2.0.
Does Avidemux support multi-track timeline editing?
No, it is built for linear cutting and basic adjustments, not complex multi-track timeline composition.