Openshot doesn't launch with "failed to import" message

Solution 1:

Try renaming the openshot config folder and restarting openshot i.e.

mv ~/.openshot ~/.openshot_backup
openshot

N.B. looking at the OpenShot forums - this solution is frequently quoted for these short of python issue.

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Solution 2:

I had the same problem, all was working fine but suddenly openshot stop functioning!

I've found a solution:

1. First i reinstalled ffmpeg...
2. Then i uninstalled openshot
3. I cleaned up after with Ubuntu tweak...
4. After that i manually delete the folder .openshot in my personal files (use Crlt H, to see the hidden files)...
5. Rebooted my pc...
6. Finally i reinstalled openshot...

And it worked just fine ... :D