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I'm about to make a video..But, I dont have an idea of which software to use. As I'm doing it for a contest I want it to be a better one.So,it would be very helpful for me if someone suggest me with a nice n easy to use s/w other than windows movie maker.

Thanks in advance.

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For a contest entry the choice should be driven by three things: how much time is available to learn the tool, whether the edit needs multi‑track/colour/VFX, and the contest delivery specs (format, resolution, max file size). As pointed out, solid free/open tools exist; rightly noted there are commercial pro options; and ’s suggestion about cracked copies carries legal and security risk (see note below).

For pro‑level work with no upfront cost, DaVinci Resolve is the strongest all‑in‑one option on Windows (editing, color grading, Fusion VFX and Fairlight audio in a single app). It scales from quick cuts to broadcast finishing, but needs a reasonably powerful machine. DaVinci Resolve (Blackmagic Design). (blackmagicdesign.com)

If the goal is fast learning and lower system overhead, open‑source/lightweight editors work well. Shotcut offers wide format support and a straightforward timeline for quick edits. OpenShot provides a very simple UI for trims/transitions and is easy to pick up. For Windows‑only, VSDC is a performant, feature‑rich free editor with export profiles suited to social/contest delivery. Shotcut · OpenShot · VSDC. (shotcut.com)

Practical notes useful for a contest: follow the entry specs exactly (container, codec, resolution, max bitrate), render a short proof copy to verify playback on the judge’s platform, and use proxy files if footage is large. Avoid pirated/cracked installers — cracked packages and keygens are a common vector for malware and data theft; free and open alternatives remove that risk while remaining legal. Why cracked software is risky (Malwarebytes). (malwarebytes.com)

Summary: for a polished, feature‑complete submission pick DaVinci Resolve; for a quick, easy workflow try Shotcut or OpenShot; for Windows performance with many export presets consider VSDC. These keep the workflow legal, safe, and contest‑ready.

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There is the recording, and there is the mixing/cutting. Recording is easy. Mixing/cutting is harder. There are a number of great tools available. Unfortunately, most of the Windows ones are commercial applications. Linux has a number of great free/open-source (professional quality) tools for that, such as cinelerra, kdenlive, etc. Here is a link to the cinelerra web site for live cd images that you can use to check out the tool without modifying your computer:

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hello, if you want something easy and better than movie maker, you can try Sony Vegas which is a software that can be used as drag and drop effects or professional editing. For an advanced use and professional editors, adobe premier pro and adobe after effects are the best. You can find tutorials on how to use any of these software on youtube.

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- yes Adobe tools are great, but they are REALLY expensive. FOSS tools such as cinelerra are almost as capable (and sometimes more so), yet free. IMO, you can't beat the price! :-)

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For all here there is one point i need to say...

For all the software we know, There is a crack...

So, For personal use and learning purpose go for crack...

For professional use, say Yes to License for better support..

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Sony Vegas or Corel Video Studio X6 would be fine I suppose, and also Adobe Premiere Elements, all of which are paid versions by the way

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since 2008, i prefer to use nokia 6630 movie creator @ application on that phone

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