VLC Media
                  Player

VLC Media Player

VideoLAN Project
Version 3.0.17.4
License
Free of charge
Assessment
(55.7K)
Dimension
40.10 MB
Download
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Editors' Choice: VLC Media Player 3.0.17.4

Although a cone is depicted in the VLC Media Player logo, the kind used when there are works in progress, this program is anything but a source of inconvenience.

VLC is an extremely rich media player with very useful functions and features, making it perfect for playing all kinds of audio and video clips.

First, VLC supports files of almost any format, which gives users the ability to watch or listen to content in MP3, WAV, MPEG-4, and dozens of others.

Secondly, with VLC it is possible to stream content while it is still being downloaded, contrary to what happens with many other media players, which instead require that a video has been downloaded in its entirety before it can be played.

Yet, the feature of VLC that seems to attract the attention of users the most is the high level of compatibility and reliability: users can in fact rely on this multimedia player for almost any type of content.

Ideal media player for almost any file format.

What are the characteristics of a valid multimedia player? The ability to stream high-resolution videos, or view content in multiple formats? Or maybe an intuitive interface, which makes it easy to view all kinds of multimedia content?

The answer is simple: all of them!

VLC Media Player is this and much more.

As with other media players, with VLC you can seamlessly play movies and videos in numerous formats, including MPEG-4, WMV, MKV, RealVideo, and many more. Simply load the media file into the software and playback will start automatically in seconds, with no hassle.

But VLC doesn't just play videos or streams. This sophisticated multimedia player also allows you to play common audio file contents such as CD, MP3, WAV and many others.

Say goodbye to hassle and download VLC Media Player today.

FEATURES
• Many Supported Formats - You can seamlessly play files in hundreds of different formats, including MIDI, AVI, MPEG-4, DVD and many more.

• Intuitive Interface - Enjoy watching or listening to your favorite multimedia content. Thanks to VLC's intuitive yet functional interface, even novice users can easily play their favorite songs.

• Unmatched Compatibility - Not just PCs and laptops: With VLC, you can play the most explosive video and audio even on smartphones and tablets, anywhere in the world.

Join the 47 million users who use VLC to play their favorite content.

VLC Media Player is available in versions for Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X, Linux, Unix, Android and iOS.

Our reports:

  • You couldn't ask for more
  • It supports many languages
  • No downloads of codecs and additional packages - Hurray!
VLC Media
                  Player
VLC Media Player
VideoLAN Project
Version 3.0.17.4
License
Free of charge
Assessment
(55.7K)
Dimension
40.10 MB
Download
Verified security

Frequently Asked Questions

How to Update the VLC Media Player

Every VLC Media Player update brings security patches, new features, and improvements. To get access to them, you need to update the VLC media player on your device. You can do it easily by following these instructions:

•   Open VLC Media Player
•   Click “Help” > “Check for Updates”
•   If there is an available update, click “Yes” to start download
•   Once the download is complete, click the “Install” button
•   Click “Yes” to give the installation admin privileges
•   Click “Next” in the installation wizard window
•   Choose “Upgrade VLC using previous settings” and follow with a “Next”
•   Wait for the update to complete

 

 

VLC doesn't display all subtitles

To make subtitles in VLC show by default, go to Tools > Preferences > Subtitles/OSD and select “Automatic” in the “Text rendering module” menu.

To show default subtitles in a preferred language, go to the “Subtitles Language” tab in “Subtitles/OSD” and type in “English”, for example, in the “Preferred subtitles language” box. Click on “Save” and VLC will start displaying subtitles automatically.

 

7 Top Solutions to Fix VLC Media Player Video No Sound

To fix VLC Media Player Video No Sound problem try the following:

1. Mute/Unmute audio – Start VLC and navigate to Audio > Mute. Go to Tools > Preferences and navigate to the Audio tab. Check the “Enable Audio” box.
2. Check if the sound device is disabled – Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound, right-click devices and select “Enable”
3. Disable/Enable audio track – Play a video, navigate to Audio > Audio Track > Disable and enable
4. Disable all sound enhancements – Control Panel > Sound > Right-click devices and go to Properties > go to Enhancements tab > check “Disable All Enhancement” box
5. Make sure audio is enabled – Navigate to Tools > Preferences > Audio Settings, make sure the “Enable Audio” box is checked
6. Change output module – Go to Audio Settings and try different options from the “Output Module” dropdown menu
7. Update your VLC media player – Go to Help > Check for Updates

 

 

VLC: How to fix Videos that are too dark

Some videos can appear to be too dark when you play than in VLC. Here’s what you have to do to make them appear brighter:

•   Open VLC and click on “Tools”
•   Select “Effects and Filters”
•   Find “Adjustment of Effects,” and select “Video Effects”
•   Navigate to the “Essentials” tab.
•   Check the box that says “Image adjust”
•   Move the sliders until the video is bright enough

 

 

How to Zoom into Videos in VLC Media Player

VLC has a native feature that allows users to zoom in on videos at will. The feature is called Interactive Zoom, and here’s how you use it:

•   Open the “Tools” tab from the menu
•   Select “Effects and Filters”
•   Select the “Geometry” tab
•   Check the box that says, “Interactive Zoom”
•   Hit Save

The zoom can also set advanced preferences:

•   From the “Tools” menu navigate to “Preferences”
•   Select “All” under the “Show settings”
•   Find “Video” in the “Advanced Preferences”
•   Scroll down until you see “Zoom video” and select the zoom factor
•   Hit Save