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Given ’s goal (a short film) and ’s prompt about OS and gear, the first practical step is to pick an editing environment that matches the computer, camera codecs, and budget. mentions some simple editors earlier; for a short film it’s better to prioritize a multitrack timeline, robust audio mixing, and color tools rather than only “easy” interfaces.

A few real-world options to consider: DaVinci Resolve offers a full, professional set of editing, color, effects and audio tools in a free version (a good way to get pro features without immediate cost). (blackmagicdesign.com) Adobe’s editor (Creative Cloud) is the industry workhorse with mature ingest/proxy workflows and wide format/plugin support—helpful if collaborators or festivals require specific deliverables. () For Mac-centric shoots, Apple’s Final Cut Pro is tuned to Apple hardware and integrates tightly with macOS workflows. (support.apple.com)

Practical workflow and performance tips: generate proxies or transcode heavy camera files to an edit-friendly codec (ProRes or DNxHR) for smoother editing, then relink to originals for final grading and export. (support.apple.com) Use a fast internal SSD for the OS and app, a separate high-speed drive for media, and aim for 16 GB+ RAM (more for 4K), plus GPU-accelerated rendering where available. ()

A quick test edit of a one- to two-minute scene will reveal whether the chosen app and hardware handle your footage—try the free trials (or Resolve’s free build) before committing. Follow a simple sequence: ingest → organize → rough cut → fine cut → color → audio mix → deliver; that workflow keeps short-film projects predictable and finishable.

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It is a matter of opinion. What are you trying to do?

I want to make a shortfilm to design that video I want a video editor which one is best for me. .

So, what is your computer and video gear, what operating system (and version) are you running, and what have you tried so far?

For windows: windows moive maker is good to use.
For Mac:iappflow is good to use.

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