A new nightly build of Darktable 5.1, specifically version 20250518, has been released for testing purposes. This build allows users to experiment with new features and fixes for previously hard-to-reproduce bugs. However, it is important to note that because this is a development build, it may exhibit stability issues compared to the official releases, so users are advised to proceed with caution. Additionally, users should run this build with a separate library as there may be changes to the database schema.
The AppImage package is designed for compatibility with distributions that use glibc version 2.35 or higher, including popular options like Ubuntu 22.04, Debian 12, and Fedora 36 or newer. Users are advised to ignore the *.AppImage.zsync file, as it is not meant for local use but holds technical information for auto-updaters.
For Windows users, the package requires Windows with UCRT (Universal C Runtime), which is included with Windows 10 and later, though it can also function on Windows 8.1 if the runtime is installed separately. On macOS, the *-x86_64.dmg package requires at least macOS 13.5 (Ventura), while the *-arm64.dmg package needs at least macOS 14.0 (Sonoma).
The Darktable team encourages users to report any issues encountered during their testing to help improve the software.
In addition to testing new features, users can anticipate that this nightly build may include optimizations and enhancements that will contribute to the final stable version of Darktable 5.1. As the development progresses, feedback from users will be invaluable in refining the application, ensuring that it meets the needs of photographers and creatives alike. Regular updates and nightly builds like this one showcase the commitment of the Darktable team to continuously improve the user experience and provide cutting-edge tools for image editing
The AppImage package is designed for compatibility with distributions that use glibc version 2.35 or higher, including popular options like Ubuntu 22.04, Debian 12, and Fedora 36 or newer. Users are advised to ignore the *.AppImage.zsync file, as it is not meant for local use but holds technical information for auto-updaters.
For Windows users, the package requires Windows with UCRT (Universal C Runtime), which is included with Windows 10 and later, though it can also function on Windows 8.1 if the runtime is installed separately. On macOS, the *-x86_64.dmg package requires at least macOS 13.5 (Ventura), while the *-arm64.dmg package needs at least macOS 14.0 (Sonoma).
The Darktable team encourages users to report any issues encountered during their testing to help improve the software.
In addition to testing new features, users can anticipate that this nightly build may include optimizations and enhancements that will contribute to the final stable version of Darktable 5.1. As the development progresses, feedback from users will be invaluable in refining the application, ensuring that it meets the needs of photographers and creatives alike. Regular updates and nightly builds like this one showcase the commitment of the Darktable team to continuously improve the user experience and provide cutting-edge tools for image editing
Darktable 5.1 Nightly Build 20250518 released
A new nightly build of Darktable 5.1 has been released for testing.
Darktable 5.1 Nightly Build 20250518 released @ Linux Compatible
