How to Edit Videos on Linux with Shotcut (Beginner Tutorial)
Just switched to Linux and need a simple, beginner-friendly video editor? In this tutorial, I show you exactly how to edit videos using Shotcut, the powerful open-source software for Linux.
I walk through my personal workflow from start to finish: creating a new project, importing footage (and handling file conversions from phones vs. OBS), and trimming clips efficiently. I share my two favorite keyboard shortcuts—S to split and X to ripple delete—that help keep your timeline clean and free of gaps. Finally, you’ll learn how to export your video in seconds so it’s ready for YouTube upload.
🎥 What you’ll learn:
Setting up a new project in Shotcut on Linux
Why you might need to convert footage from your phone
Using keyboard shortcuts (S and X) for fast editing
Exporting your final video for upload