This repository contains Manim-generated scenes used in 3Blue1Brown explanatory math videos.
Manim
The Manim engine creates precise programmatic animations for explanatory mathematics videos, including scenes associated with 3Blue1Brown.
About Manim
Manim (also referred to as ManimGL) is an open-source animation engine designed for creating precise programmatic animations for explanatory mathematics videos, originally developed for use in 3Blue1Brown content. It supports Linux, Windows, and macOS, and requires Python 3.10 or higher, plus system dependencies including FFmpeg and OpenGL, with optional LaTeX for rendering mathematical notation. This repository is the original personal project version, distinct from the separately maintained Manim Community edition forked in 2020.
Key features
- Programmatic creation of precise explanatory math video animations
- Python-based scripting for custom animation scene development
- Optional LaTeX rendering for mathematical notation
- Cross-platform support for Linux, Windows, and macOS
- Open-source with public GitHub repository access
- Included example scenes for testing and reference
Best for: This tool is best suited for math educators, content creators, and developers building explanatory mathematics video animations.
Good for
- Open-source license enables modification and community contribution
- Purpose-built for high-precision explanatory math video animations
- Cross-platform compatibility with Linux, Windows, and macOS
Watch out for
- Requires Python 3.10+ and system dependencies (FFmpeg, OpenGL, optional LaTeX)
- This is the original ManimGL, separate from the more actively maintained Manim Community fork
- Installation steps vary by operating system and may require additional system packages
Manim at a glance
- Website
- github.com/3b1b/manim
- 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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Manim FAQ
What is the difference between this Manim repository and Manim Community?
This repository is the original ManimGL created for 3Blue1Brown videos, while Manim Community is a 2020 fork focused on stability, testing, and community contribution support.
What system dependencies are required to run ManimGL?
ManimGL requires Python 3.10 or higher, FFmpeg, OpenGL, and optional LaTeX; Linux also requires Pango and its development headers.
What is the pip package name for this version of Manim?
The pip package name for this repository's version is manimgl, not manim or manimlib.
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