Friction
Create motion graphics with Friction, a graphics application for animated visual content.
About Friction
Friction is a motion graphics application for creating vector and raster animations for web and video. It is open-source software licensed under GPL-3.0-only, with build instructions for Linux, macOS, and Windows and generic documentation at friction.graphics/documentation.
Key features
- Create vector animations for web and video
- Create raster animations for web and video
- Builds for Linux, macOS, and Windows
Best for: People who want an open-source tool to create vector and raster motion graphics for web and video.
Good for
- Open source under GPL-3.0-only
- Handles both vector and raster animation
- Provides builds for Linux, macOS, and Windows
Friction at a glance
- Category
- Design & Creative › Video Editing & Animation
- Type
- Open-source project
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Linux, macOS, Windows
- Open source
- Yes · Source code
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
Guides for Video Editing & Animation
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Friction FAQ
What can I create with Friction?
Vector and raster animations for web and video.
Which operating systems are supported?
Linux, macOS, and Windows, with build instructions for each.
What is Friction's license?
GPL-3.0-only; it can be redistributed and modified under the terms of that license.
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