Backup Kdenlive Configuration Files on Windows

This guide provides a straightforward method for backing up your global Kdenlive configuration files and user settings on a Windows operating system. By locating and saving these specific files and folders, you can easily preserve your custom keyboard shortcuts, render presets, and application preferences in the event of a system reinstall or migration.

Step 1: Close Kdenlive

Before copying any configuration files, ensure that Kdenlive is completely closed. This prevents file corruption and ensures that all your recent changes are fully written to the disk.

Step 2: Locate and Backup the Configuration File (kdenliverc)

The primary configuration file for Kdenlive on Windows is called kdenliverc. It contains your main application settings, interface layout, and preferences.

  1. Press the Windows Key + R on your keyboard to open the Run dialog box.
  2. Type %localappdata% and press Enter. This opens the C:\Users\<YourUsername>\AppData\Local directory.
  3. Scroll down to find the file named kdenliverc.
  4. Copy the kdenliverc file and paste it into your secure backup folder (such as an external hard drive or cloud storage).

Step 3: Locate and Backup the AppData Folder

Kdenlive stores custom presets, effects, titles, and keyboard shortcuts in a separate directory within your roaming profile.

  1. Press the Windows Key + R again to open the Run dialog box.
  2. Type %appdata% and press Enter. This opens the C:\Users\<YourUsername>\AppData\Roaming directory.
  3. Locate the folder named kdenlive.
  4. Copy this entire kdenlive folder and paste it into your secure backup location.

How to Restore Your Backup

If you need to restore your settings on a new Windows machine or after a clean installation:

  1. Install and run Kdenlive once, then close it.
  2. Copy your backed-up kdenliverc file and paste it into %localappdata%, overwriting the existing file.
  3. Copy your backed-up kdenlive folder and paste it into %appdata%, overwriting the existing folder.