Kdenlive 25.12.0 released
Kdenlive 25.12.0 has been released with a strong emphasis on enhancing user experience, building on discussions from the Berlin sprint held in September. Notable improvements in the interface and usability include the introduction of a new, flexible docking system that allows users to group and manage widgets more efficiently; layouts are now saved within individual project files for ease of use, although existing custom layouts will need to be recreated due to compatibility issues.
A welcome screen has been added to assist new users, featuring shortcuts and promoting an evolving user experience based on feedback. To support improved editing of vertical videos (9:16), a vertical layout and safe areas have been added.
The menus have undergone a restructuring for enhanced intuitiveness—file-related actions like "Render" and "Project Settings" have been regrouped within the File menu, following professional editing conventions. While long-time users may experience initial confusion, adjustments are expected in future updates. User feedback has also improved the interface’s support for translation, making Kdenlive more accessible in various languages.
Enhancements include a revamped audio monitor view with a minimap for zooming on audio segments and rebranded timeline guides as markers that now display duration and can be adjusted from a dedicated list.
The release also addresses significant bug fixes, including resolving over 15 crash reports, fixing render failures in Windows when usernames contain special characters, and addressing project corruption issues when copying between files. Improvements to packaging include fixing VAAPI support in AppImage for quicker decode and render times, alongside several binary updates like Qt 6.10.1 and FFmpeg 8.0, aiming for a smoother overall experience.
For more information, visit the official announcement.
