Date: September 2, 2024
By: Michael Larabel, Phoronix
Summary: Kdenlive, the KDE-aligned non-linear open-source video editing application, has rolled out its latest feature release, version 24.08. The update brings a host of user interface improvements, enhanced performance, and a series of bug fixes that aim to refine the user experience and bolster the application’s capabilities.
Key Updates:
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UI Improvements: The user interface has received a facelift, enhancing the overall workflow and accessibility. Visual enhancements and improved layout design make navigating the software more intuitive.
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Performance Enhancements: Kdenlive 24.08 offers better performance, particularly in sequence playback and timeline preview rendering. This ensures smoother editing and a more responsive interface.
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Transcoding Enhancements: The application now handles transcoding with large amounts of clips more efficiently. VA-API transcode profiles have been introduced, and there are GPU transcode fixes specifically for NVIDIA users.
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Timestamps in Undo Commands: To improve editing precision, timestamps have been added to undo commands, allowing users to revert changes more accurately.
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Additional Enhancements: A variety of smaller improvements have been made throughout the application, further enhancing its functionality and user satisfaction.
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Bug Fixes: A number of bugs have been addressed, ensuring a more stable and reliable editing experience.
Visual Insight:
The Kdenlive project has shared a glimpse of the UI changes in version 24.08, which can be viewed here.
Availability:
Users can download Kdenlive 24.08 and access more details about the release through the official Kdenlive website: Kdenlive.org.
About the Author:
Michael Larabel is the principal author of Phoronix.com, a website dedicated to enriching the Linux hardware experience. He has written over 20,000 articles on Linux hardware support, performance, graphics drivers, and other related topics. Michael is also the lead developer of the Phoronix Test Suite, Phoromatic, and OpenBenchmarking.org. He can be followed on Twitter, LinkedIn, or through his personal website, MichaelLarabel.com.
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