Current platform
The packaged desktop workflow has been validated on 64-bit Windows 10. Windows 11 is a release target; final public certification is still pending.
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Get Cutstride Studio.
Built for the footage on your computer. Designed to take it further.
Desktop beta · In development
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A public installer is not available on this website yet. Join the early-access list for availability updates.
Current beta guidance
Know your setup.
Confirmed test facts are separated from working recommendations. Final minimum requirements will be locked to the public installer before release.
Processing & graphics
Local processing can use compatible GPU resources where supported. Acceleration depends on your hardware, drivers, and build; performance varies by system and source video.
Space for your projects
Start with at least 10 GB free, then allow additional room for speech models, original footage, rendered clips, exports, and temporary files.
Connected features
Internet access is required for YouTube imports, update checks, beta registration, and support. Local-file processing is designed to run on your computer after setup.
| Area | Current guidance | What this means | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 10, 64-bit | The current packaged desktop build has been validated on Windows 10. Windows 11 remains a release target; final certification is still pending. | Verified environment |
| Memory | 16 GB RAM recommended | An exact minimum has not completed release certification. More memory helps with long source files and simultaneous transcription, editing, and rendering. | Working recommendation |
| Storage | 10 GB free, plus project media | Keep additional room for source videos, speech models, rendered clips, exports, and temporary files. Large projects can require substantially more space. | Working recommendation |
| Graphics | CPU mode supported; compatible NVIDIA GPU recommended | The current build can fall back to CPU processing. CUDA and NVENC acceleration are used when compatible hardware, drivers, and the release build support them. | Verified capability |
| Internet | Required for connected features | YouTube imports, update checks, beta registration, and support require a connection. Local-file processing is designed to run on the computer after setup. | Feature dependent |
| macOS and Linux | Not publicly certified | macOS interface builds have been previewed, but minimum macOS requirements and public availability are not confirmed. Linux is not currently advertised as supported. | Not yet available |
Updated September 30, 2026. Hardware guidance is conservative and will be revised as additional installer and workload testing is completed. If your system is unusual, contact support before relying on beta availability.
The desktop workflowFrom the first import
From the first import
to the final export.
- AI-assisted clip selection and Fast Split
- Automatic captions with editable styles
- Timing, crop, and framing controls
- Project library, templates, and batch exports
Beta access is not a purchase or a promise of an invitation. Pricing and public release timing have not been announced.