Step 1
Start with what's already on your PC
If you're on Windows 11, Clipchamp is already installed. For simple one-off edits, use it. For AI editing, open Edge and go to editly.in — nothing to install.
Editly AI
Free Editing Software for PC
What is the best free editing software for PC?
For unlimited professional editing: DaVinci Resolve. For convenience on Windows 11: Clipchamp. For AI-powered editing evaluation: Editly's free tier (3 exports in any browser). The best choice depends on whether you prioritize unlimited access, convenience, or AI automation.
Free PC Editing Software: Key Differences
Choosing between free PC editors comes down to hardware, time investment, and the type of editing you need.
| Decision | Other Apps | Editly |
|---|---|---|
| Hardware requirement | DaVinci Resolve: benefits from dedicated GPU and 16GB+ RAM for 4K — struggles on basic PCs | Editly: any PC browser — all processing is cloud-side, no GPU or RAM requirements |
| Installation | Clipchamp: already on Windows 11; DaVinci Resolve: 2.5GB download; others: additional downloads | Editly: open editly.in in Edge — no additional installation |
| Silence removal | All free PC editors: not built-in — requires manual scrubbing on every project | Editly: silence removal is a prompt instruction — applied automatically |
| First video | Free PC NLEs: hours of setup and learning before producing decent output | Editly: first finished video in under 20 minutes — no setup or learning required |
Getting Started With Free PC Video Editing
Step 2
Test Editly's free tier on your actual content
Upload footage you'd normally edit manually on your PC. Write a prompt. Compare the time and output quality to your current PC editing workflow.
Step 3
Download DaVinci Resolve if you want unlimited free editing
For unlimited free PC editing with professional tools: download DaVinci Resolve. It's free, capable, and improves with practice.
Step 4
Build the workflow that fits your PC and content
After testing, choose the combination that works: Editly for AI speed, DaVinci for professional control, Clipchamp for quick convenience.
Try Editly Free on Your PC — No Install Required
Open Edge on your PC, go to editly.in, upload footage, write a prompt. 3 free AI-edited exports on your actual PC without installing anything.
- 3 free exports — works in Edge on any Windows PC
- No GPU required — cloud processing handles everything
- Pro $28/month for regular PC creators