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Linux has several high-quality video editors.
You'll find some pro-level and some built for consumers.
The best-in-class goes to DaVinci Resolve.
I've been filming and editing videos for a long time. When I first started, I worked with software that was user-friendly but incapable of producing professional-level videos. Slowly, I climbed the ladder. Now I feel like the tools I have are worthy of being taken seriously.
That's not to say those apps I used early on aren't viable options, but it does depend on the results you want to achieve, your target audience, and how/where you plan on distributing/submitting your work.
Whether you're just starting with video edits or have been around that particular block a few times, there are some quality editors available for the Linux operating system. Here are my top four.
1. DaVinci Resolve
DaVinci Resolve (by Black Magic) is my go-to editor these days. Yes, it has a steep learning curve (and a lot of features), but it's worth every second you put into it. I've been using Resolve for a couple of years, and every time I use it, I find something new to love. One of the best things about Resolve is its color grading tools (which are incredible). Outside of Adobe Premiere, you won't find a better tool for getting just the right color for your videos. And with the latest releases, those tools are even smarter and easier to use.
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