Flowblade

github.com/jliljebl/flowblade Linux Apps Open-source projectOpen source

Flowblade edits video on Linux in a multitrack, nonlinear timeline-based editor.

github.com/jliljebl/flowblade
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About Flowblade

Flowblade is a free, open-source multitrack non-linear video editor for Linux, released under the GPL 3 license. Users can build movies from video clips, audio clips, and graphics files. Clips can be cut at chosen frames, filters can be applied, and multilayer composite images can be created with compositor objects.

The editor supports most common video and audio formats, along with JPEG, PNG, TGA, TIFF, SVG, and numbered frame sequences. Format support depends on the MLT and FFmpeg codecs installed on the system, and output encoding follows the same dependency. The project lists GPU Vaapi and NVENC encoders, and users can set FFmpeg arguments individually. The latest release listed is Flowblade Movie Editor 2.24, from December 2025.

Key features

  • Multitrack non-linear timeline with up to 21 combined video and audio tracks
  • Six editing tools and four methods to insert, overwrite, or append clips
  • 50+ image filters and 30+ audio filters, including keyframed volume mixing
  • 19 blend modes and 40+ pattern wipes for compositing, with custom patterns supported
  • Range Log for saving and editing clip in and out ranges
  • Batch encoding to render multiple output clips automatically
Best for: Linux users who want a multitrack, timeline-based video editor with compositing, filters, and open-source code they can inspect.
Good for
  • Released under the GPL 3 license with source code in a public repository
  • Includes compositing tools, a wide set of filters, and batch encoding
  • Includes media re-linking to fix projects with missing media
Watch out for
  • Runs on Linux only, according to the listed platforms
  • Supported media formats and output encoding depend on installed MLT and FFmpeg codecs

Flowblade at a glance

Type
Open-source project
Pricing
Not confirmed. Check the site
Platforms
Linux
Open source
Yes · Source code
Language
English
Last checked
Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
Listed
Oct 5, 2026

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Flowblade FAQ

Which file types can Flowblade edit?
It supports most common video and audio formats, depending on installed MLT and FFmpeg codecs. It also handles JPEG, PNG, TGA, TIFF, and SVG graphics, and numbered frame sequences.
Where should I report bugs or request features?
Use the Issues tab on the project's GitHub repository. For further information, the project page lists a contact email for the project lead.
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