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Avidemux vs Black
Both stand on code formatting tools. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Open source LinuxMacWeb+1
Visit Avidemux Free plan LinuxMacSelf-hosted+1
Black is a focused Python formatter with editor and automation integrations, plus a check that reformatted code remains effectively equivalent. Its command-line orientation and fixed indentation style may not suit every workflow.
Visit BlackThe facts
| Avidemux | Black | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Yes | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Web, Windows | Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 2 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | avidemux.sourceforge.net | black.readthedocs.io |
| On code formatting tools | #1 of 34 | #4 of 34 |
Avidemux: what it does well
Black: what it does well
- Free and MIT-licensed.
- Formats entire Python files in place.
- Checks abstract syntax tree equivalence.
- Integrates with editors and GitHub Actions.
- Supports notebook formatting with the jupyter extra.
What to know first
- Requires Python 3.10 or newer.
- Does not provide a Python interface.
- Indentation style cannot be configured.
- Some notebook cells are skipped.
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