15 Cool VLC Features You'll Wish You Knew Earlier!

[@BrettInTech]

Hopefully these features are useful for you. The convert audio/video feature is the one I use most often... Thanks for watching :)

[@teddydabear8772]

TechGumbo If only I knew about VLC's ability to record from the webcam when I was in school years ago. I could have used it to record in video university lectures. Man, that would have been a game changer for me with higher level math courses where audio recordings alone are not enough. I would have purchased a low profile thin external webcam to face the whiteboard in the lecture halls. I might use this trick for my Masters. This video is just freaking GOLD.

[@vighneshvighnesh844]

Do a tips and tricks video for daum pot player!

[@NapoleonBonapartepdrquay]

@@teddydabear8772 You can be successfully self educated with the information and technologies available to you today. In any event our organisation has plans to send in our napoleonic death divisions and wipe these people out.

[@Booming-letsplays]

For transcoding why don't you just use ffmpeg?

[@lostintime8651]

I get old DVDs from the library. VLC is never able to play them. But movies from Redbox always play. Why?

[@drogersnm]

And the creators offer this amazing program free. We should all remember to occasionally send a donation to support their work. (I am not affiliated with VLC in any way -- just an old man who loves their free program .)

[@ExtremCoxer]

Cappy-o - Why can't it be "created" when it is open source? Do you think it programmed itself into existence?

[@darkbionic1044]

Agree people are too entitled and think that everything got to stay free for them and not support this brilliant minds Fuck that

[@anthonygreene8418]

Tru-Talk.. Really!!

[@brookskelley]

I remember walking into my church early one Sunday morning and being told that they couldn't use a video during the service I was helping at because the software needed to be an MP4 for the presenter software I was using. When I asked why they didn't just convert it to that format, I was told they didn't have the software and the church couldn't afford it yet. That, and it was too late to acquire it. Well, I pointed out that I had installed VLC on their computer for them already, so they did. I then proceeded to sit down at the computer and convert the file to an MP4 using VLC. The surprised look on the man's face as I did it was priceless. The satisfaction of seeing it used in the service was eternal.

I thought the Almighty provided software maintenance to his followers. All Gods worth their salt offer Premium subscriptions.

[@lobitome]

Just because you knew how to do it, didn't mean everyone knows. I have been using VLC for years, and had no idea of most if it's capabilities. Most people have VLC, just because it plays just about any files they throw at it.

[@JohnDlugosz]

@@lobitome *its

[@tinamakan3916]

Thank God for VLC

[@cyborg6294]

@ hahaha

[@BenjaminAdamsVu]

I never knew VLC is this powerful, thank you for the tips ;-))

[@TheHermitHacker]

Since it's first release, VLC has been installed on every machine i've ever installed or reinstalled an OS on. In fact, it is among the first applications I install besides my favorite browser. Great software, always has been. I hope the VideoLAN, the makers of VLC will indeed have a working video editor solution soon.

[@KRAFTWERK2K6]

Same here. I've been using various audio & video players in the past. Winamp… Windows Media Player, Zoom Player… but VLC is the only one that never made any serious problems (except when i couldn't get rid off tearing) and never destroyed any of my codecs.

[@dylancoulbeck7483]

If you dont know of ninite, it has a buch of useful essential stuff that will just auto install everything without all the unwanted junk in other useful softwares too, vlc is one of them :)

[@mutteringmale]

I'm still shedding tears for Winamp not being around any more "Kicking the Llamas ass".

[@vidyawitch]

WOWWW! Never knew I had this smart beast in my computer, ready to do all the amazing stuff. Millions and millions of thanks! TechGumbo, u ROCK! Have a great day! And thank u so much for making my day.

[@emmanuelonuoha1880]

Green Wood a little too much for a simple tips and tricks video?

[@TheSteveBoyd]

My favorite audio feature is the compressor/limiter, for those movies that you constantly have to ride the volume control because the music or action scenes are too loud in comparison with the dialogue. It's helpful when you're watching a movie while others are sleeping, for example.

[@aximusroh6453]

Thank you 👍

[@5aad666]

Just use headphone ffs

[@mutteringmale]

So, you're talking about the newest John Wick movie? 🥲

[@harriehausenman8623]

Well prepared, nicely edited, clear speech and no wiggly mouse cursor! If only every how-to could be that good. Also: I am using VLC for over a decade now and still learned something new here. Cudos!

[@carsonfran]

Typically lists of anything are generally bogus. This was actually useful and informative.

[@sophiefilo16]

Yeah, I was expecting this to be an obvious list of "You can change the speed!" and "You can use keyboard shortcuts!" To my surprise, I only knew a couple of things on this list...

[@rasmus7400]

@@sophiefilo16 Thank you. I didn't know that was possible, but I figured it out :D (changing speed that is)

[@Stuff_And_Things]

Typically people who make such comments have spent too much time looking at the wrong lists.

[@darealbingoxz1142]

and very biased

[@carsonfran]

@@darealbingoxz1142 The very concept of a list.

[@smudgepost]

I've used VLC for years and have used many of these features but one video with everything and an easily referenced index? Good job!

[@trelligan42]

I was noodling around the VLC menu on my Android tablet. There's an entry for Local Network, so I clicked it. . It found my NAS and some folders in my home computer. I really need to add password protection for my NAS. But I was able to play a few video files on my computer and NAS with my tablet! . Now all I need to do is find a file manager that can give me the same kind of access. Why can't all programs be as capable as VLC? . Oh yeah; thousands of programmers volunteering their spare time to suggest improvements and patches without committee meetings and 'bottom line' requirements. Open Source Freeware; go figure. With your straightforward presentation of dense content, you've got a new subscriber.

[@TBsThaiBoxing]

Hey, ES File Explorer File Manager on Android can access you network PC files (even the free version)

[@wWkatu93Ww]

@@TBsThaiBoxing And can leak all your data on open wifi.

[@JohnDlugosz]

Try Total Commander + the network file plug-in. On my reading tablet, though, most programs offering CIFS clients do not work, but "Shares Finder" does, and lets me browse the remote tree and copy files in either direction.

[@nudepreston]

This is brilliant! Like so many comments here... I just use VLC for playback and it's minimal footprint/simplicity for media... now so much more useful!!!!!!!! thank YOU!!

[@deanjackson4901]

Many times a KZbin video showing the features of a software, simply shows the same basics that you already know. Thanks for showing the deep and interesting/powerful features!!

[@odt]

I've been using VLC since the beginning, as a media player - I didn't know most of these. SO helpful!!

[@ericscaillet2232]

Give it some time.

[@udavemartel]

This was fantastic. I never knew VLC had so many features. Thanks so much.

[@Azrahns]

I love VLC Learned a few things. Thought I would offer a couple simple tweaks that I use for settings. Under preferences, in subtitles, there is a "language" slot, type in your preferred Language and when you get a file that has multiple subtitle languages, that language you typed in will be brought up automatically (provided there is an .srt file for it) I typed in English and never saw a Russian, German or other language I don't speak again. If you don't like the subtitles, they are often in a sub folder called "subs" delete it or delete all the .srt files and you don't have to worry about them again. Another one I use is in "Customize Interface" on the second line I add the icon "Frame by frame" I also add a pause button next to it, makes it great to set up that perfect screen shot, or to study a frame to see if whatever caught your eye was there or not, like reading details on a computer screen in a flash frame or see the pics in mug shot books from shows from the mentalist, to the ncis and csi franchises, great for hunting easter eggs in films. Sorry for this post being a little long but I hope it adds to things you may not realize is available.

[@johnfair2002]

Hey do you think you can show me how to use it because I'm lost but I like the picture and the sound

[@jopestv1063]

I've been using VLC for almost 10 years almost exclusively (screw WMP). My favorite VLC feature not listed: the ability to play TS_VIDEO folders

[@dcfuksurmom]

it can also play .iso format DVD backups, although a 7+ GB iso file isn't exactly the best method (wont fit on a fat32 formatted flash drive and a lot of devices don't support ntfs or ext4), usually better to just rip the DVD to a smaller file.

[@michelaser]

This is a very professional instructional video, it is brief, clear, no music or useless talking.

[@25hztolife86]

This video is very help considering that I've had this program for years and didn't know how to use it.

[@ictaurukun2065]

I wish all training videos were as quick, concise, to the point and bull-free as this one - absolutely excellent video. Thank you!

[@naveendahal]

Wow ! Now you dont need 1. OBS - for Recording Screen 2. Video Converter - for converting 3. Print Screen & Paint - for Snapshot 4. Premiere Pro - for adding watermark 5. KZbin Video Downloader - for Downloading 6. Wallpaper Application - for Video Wallpaper 7. Poadcast Apps - for Listning Podcast 8. Zigsaw Puzzler - for Zigsaw Puzzle Game You have VLC for it 😋😉😉

[@JacobKinsley]

If you buy premiere pro for a watermark that's an L right there my friend

[@ElishaPonkratjevs]

I still like obs and it is also free.

[@ADeeSHUPA]

@@ElishaPonkratjevs obs

[@rastanz]

Although that is an impressive list, I personally prefer the stand alone options with separate apps and software purposely made for doing all those tasks. I've installed uninstalled VLC many times hoping each new version would be better than the previous but it always has issues with SVP4, madVR and hardware acceleration.

[@buizelmeme6288]

I already know that there is a Jigsaw Puzzle. I found that one on accident :D

[@MoreLocations]

Wow... this is awesome. Thanks for sharing this great features 👍🏻

[@jessbragg1]

i hear that,having 4 vlc videos open at once in 4 corners gives you that security camera feature without having to spend $200!

[@aritryamlbbytlorddarkstar6362]

I WATCHED THE SAME VIDEO 2 YEARS AGO AND STILL WATCHING IT NOW , THIS IS A TIMELESS KNOWLEDGE. THANK YOU sir.

[@RagibMRB]

Thanks a lot!!! for sharing the Seriously Useful Features!!! VLC is the BEST!!!

[@bookworm81151]

Thank you!! I've been 'sitting' on an unexplored mine of features. I just never knew how much can be done with VLC. Great video as always. You are the best!!!

[@commoncense838]

According to legends, there is a time-machine hidden in VLC's complex menus, waiting to be discovered by a casual user.

[@RajuKumar-xe7zk]

so common sense

[@dclguy]

I think this is the most useful video I've ever watched on KZbin personally. Thank you very much.

[@masterelf42590]

It's Not One Of The Best Media Player It's The Best Media Player

[@josiahferrell5022]

Overall maybe, but speaking of audio only, foobar is amazing.

[@jobelreyes6362]

Idk for some reason VLC doesn't play 4k sometimes but the default windows player works, But sometimes vlc works, idk i alternate between the two. Whichever can play it.

[@ufoclips1]

I had lots of files that would not open for love nor money.....VLC,hold my beer....

[@cappyo]

@@jobelreyes6362 yeah that happens when your hardware is so old that you can't even use HW acceleration

[@camecex]

It is indeed and it's free

[@mikeh1866]

Many thanks. Clear, concise, informative. (Thank goodness, no music). Very good.

[@christopherfugle6592]

I have used VLC for ages now when some obscure codec is needed to playback something. As reliable & powerful as it is, it's a nightmare of bizarre menus, dropdown menus, dialog boxes and hidden settings. Just the fact it takes a YT clip to demonstrate powerful but basically unknown features is a testament to it's unwieldy UI. Each of these major features could be redesigned with clear options that focus each major item into a simpler button interface (convert/playback/record/edit) unmasking extra features as needed in each major area. Having to complete 5 minutes of clicking to setup a simple screen capture or video conversion task is just to inefficient and wastes far too much time if you need to repeat this process loads of times in a day. Has VLC saved my skin a few times.....sure it has. But I have gladly paid for software that streamlines my workflow respecting my time over funky menus and complicated use.

[@kkfoto]

Don't break up your workflow complaining about a free piece of software. Many expensive video editing programs are unwieldy and unintuitive. At least this one is free.

[@Katy-ye1zr]

All good points but... it IS free- but also I htink there must be a reason for what seems to be so complicated- VLC is no lightweight nor shirker. Fact is sigh, I haven't been able to figure out much by myself- (Im not a programmer, don't code... just msuic enthusiast mostly) so, just making observations. And I see for those far more advanced than I- they can do a LOT with VLC. heh I used WINAMP for years then found VLC and would use both on my old comps. REM winamp?

[@SSeanMan]

@@Katy-ye1zr That's exactly right. I would admit that there could be some "master" level of setup-options reorganization to improve things, but - the main reason the settings are so complex is simply that the vast array of independent features necessitate a similarly vast array of settings. I used WinAmp for a few years myself! But VLC has been standard on all systems for a decade+. Also - the first example cited by @Christopher.. "screen capture" is incredibly straightforward. Setup the HOTKEY (or learn the default) and forever after it is a simple keypress to get a screenshot - timestamped or incrementally numbered, your choice. Custom filename prefix can be set easily, as well as format (.jpg, .png, etc..). Most other functions can be hot-keyed too, in my experience. Good luck with the paid player when you encounter a video using a newer codec... like try playing x265 i.e. HEVC format with other players - they're only now starting to ack HEVC. Regardless, I guess it would be cool if one of the VLC contributors would start a "Settings Redesign" project, perhaps a collaborative effort of the top contributors. Re: donations - I've probably "donated" around $50 over the years, and I think it's a great deal. It's so versatile - I've written scripts to do some crazy things using VLC in my spare time (not enough time to join contributors) - like a script to queue all (or some, via a menu-list) videos in folder to a running instance - even choosing which instance - from command-line (cmdline guy). VLC documentation is surprisingly good considering that previously mentioned "vast array", e.g. command-line options, etc.. I think it's part of the VLC contributor's ethos to properly document. Considering it's size, the VLC developer community is surprisingly well organized. VLC is still the one.

[@rgk9999]

Been using VLC on my computer for quite some time. Just in the last 12 months or so discovered the phone app. Love it.

[@jbarriossandrea]

This is the most useful video I've seen in the whole year :D thanks

[@aitchpea6011]

Been using VLC since it was called VideoLAN Server/Client and I didn't know half this stuff. Many thanks!

[@halasimov1362]

You can also use Syphon to route various video formats to live 3d mapping and visual performance software that normally won't support said files. [I.E. VLC to Resolume] VLC Rocks!

[@billcallahan9303]

Most definitively a Thumbs Up! I didn't even know VLC had a home page! Thank you!

[@pranaytony]

Thanks a ton for bringing this video sir!! Love your cool way of explanation! I just know that we can stream videos but I never know these so many features which were hidden inside VLC for decades! Subscribed!!

[@jeetendrajagwani]

Very done video, I did know most but the ones I didnt know were useful too, most of all you came to point instantly as opposed to many who keep weaving around the point. Thanks!

[@jaymanwitt]

Damn good video. You crammed a whole lot of knowledge into my brain with this one. P.S. Your video production quality is top notch my friend.

[@lakechocolate9785]

Been using vlc since the xp days, but never bothered to explore it...till now. Thanks!!!

[@4MEStudios]

VLC well I gotta get it and play with it. Very cool stuff as always. (always great to start out the day with a warm bowl of Gumbo!)

[@sophiefilo16]

Wow, thanks so much for putting the list and timestamps in the description. I click the description on a whim, not expecting a list to really be there, but was pleasantly surprised when it was...

[@elviraeloramilosic9813]

Yes, vlc is very powerful video tool. I use it as well for blending subtitles to video, getting one subtitled video file. Useful when in need for another video format and having implemented subtitles in it. Thanks!

[@samzdeee1779]

Completely amazing tutorial. 🔥 Thanks so much.

[@DirkDV]

Fantastic video as usual. It would have been nice to have mentioned the possibility to download subtitles with VLC as well... It is a video player after all and we're not all English speaking folks ;)

[@Cole-ek7fh]

Dirk DV but everybody should be.

[@flariz4824]

Exaxcly. Learn english or get used to the idea of not understanding crap. And I say this as a Spanish speaking person.

[@idevsl8245]

I always use VLC and i even didn't guess about these features. Thanks for information.

[@brendakerrytaggart]

Thank you so much been using VLC for karaoke and DJ , Your video will help me so much.👍

[@lucienr]

Interesting and well presented ! It was useful to me. Thank you !!!

[@kalulugamer]

Thank you very much... Been using VLC for years now. I already know some of these features. But there are things i've learned on this video.

[@kevingallagher9652]

great video without your knowledge and skill what a boring world this would be, been using vlc for ages eyes well and truly wide opened cheers

[@michaeltowler2632]

One of the things that I like about VLC is that subtitles or audio lanquages in the Video file will show up and in other players they don't

[@daretothink5117]

I agree with the previous comments: WOW so much more than a player, gotta thank the people at VLC for this great tool.

[@alfredschlicht2662]

I've been using VLC for years, since 2003 I believe. One of the main reason I use this software is because it can play broken/unfinished videos.

[@shivamverma9515]

Right I've also been using VLC for about a decade or less. And one day I got a message from my sister telling he couldn't play ant man and the wasp movie. Turns out it miraculously played on VLC but stopped just before end credits which was available on youtube. That day I got to know that VLC is able to play non downloaded vedios. Lots of love to the developer of this program.

[@KRAFTWERK2K6]

I think the Zoom Player could play broken or unfinished video too but it was merely an overlay to the installed codecs and if you lacked a codec, it could not play anything. VLC doesn't bother as it has it's own library and doesn't destroy your codec list with any clutter or garbage.

[@missilemahmood]

I've been using VLC for as long I can remember using a computer, but I didn't know many of these features! Best use for me would be that screen record feature. Thanks a ton. I'll try it out now.

[@ethelmonk]

Another great tutorial. thank you very much

[@gregorydayton5428]

I learned a lot about VLC, Thank You.

[@nizamuddinshaikh3185]

Oh! So many features and so much useful! Thanks for sharing.

[@delsuzanne]

Absolutely the best! So easy to follow and directions and visual set at the right pace. Can't wait to try all I just learned. Thanks!

[@handicapitation3250]

My favorite lesser known feature of VLC (not mentioned in this video), is the ability to set audio min-max thresholds. This fixes that annoying problem where dialog in movies are real quite and action scenes are way too loud. This balances out the audio so you're not having to adjust the volume every 5 minutes.

[@wudgee]

I hate it when dialogue is low and music loud. I keep saying there should be some way of fixing this because it drives me mad. I didn't know it could be done. Thanks, I'm going to try it. Big virtual hug for mentioning it.

[@handicapitation3250]

@@wudgee yeah, some high-end home theater systems have it built in (called smart-sound I think), but in VLC player you can do it manually. It's great when you have roommates trying to sleep when your watching movies.

[@jvj9972]

No way

[@charliebowen4232]

Thank you so much for this video!! I always knew there was more to VLC, but did not have the time to find it!! Now I have things to work with and use!!

[@fatahgabriel5490]

Am a trainer and I was looking for so many screen recorders.. didn't know already had one.. awesome

[@Littlefighter1911]

I suggest OBS nonetheless.

[@sophiefilo16]

Yeah, I just downloaded screen recording software last week. I've had VLC for years...

[@sciencelife37]

This is the most authentic tech tips ever on KZbin channel.😃 Awesome

[@inspire734]

Wonderful, thank you for this. My son has downloaded some program that converts files so I can use them to you tube. Without knowing this media player system has all that. I will be showing this video of yours to him and others who might find it useful.

[@Anja1111]

I never knew this, because I didn't understand all the options. Wow, your video is worth gold! Thank you!

[@geek.with.a.camera]

Only drawback using VLC for screen recording is that it doesn't captures mouse pointer and record sound/audio. If you are using Win10 then the best free alternative to do this is using Xbox control overlay. Just press [WinKey] + G and the overlay controls will popup. From there you can click on "Capture" (small camera icon) in the toolbar. This will capture both your mouse pointer and sounds. Have fun. You are most welcome!

[@kal_jorEl]

This was brilliant. Thanks a lot for sharing such hidden and awesome features of VLC. I particularly liked the logo overlay feature that I was not aware of. Thanks again.

[@stormthrush37]

Really cool! Thanks for sharing.

[@keithking1985]

i went back to school(it was a college) when i was 29/30 years old. i already knew how to use VLC but just the basics.. but in the course i was doing "Sound engineering" we were thought how to use VLC plus other similar players properly, but we were never shown half this stuff.. so NICE ONE FOR THIS VIDEO!! : ) I'M BOOKMARKING IT RIGHT NOW... NO,, I'M GOING USE VLC TO RECORD IT... THANKS. ; )

[@duncan-rmi]

at several employers, I've encountered a corporate IT policy that starts the screen-lock on the PC if there's no activity for a few minutes. this, coupled with the absurd 13 character passwords they make you change every few weeks, is a major nuisance when you're doing anything slightly away from your PC, like maybe talking to a colleague or mending something or doing something on another machine. so... I have this short film I found, of a trip up the amazon back in the 30s, "murderous midget fish", about piranhas.... I set it looping in VLC, then minimise the window to the taskbar. I have the movie in my start menu folder (along with outlook & a couple of other things) so it starts when I boot the machine. loads of people I know have adopted this trick, especially in broadcast offices around london, & most of them use the same film. :-) good idea to turn the audio down though.

[@sudipchatterjee]

The puzzle feature is amazing! Thanks Techgumbo! Agree with you that the media converter feature is mindblowing!

[@morielcastillo432]

You are amazing. Thank you for this.

[@gutobernardo7457]

Great video! I didn't know most of these!

[@RSplm]

WoW i didnt know that vlc is so powerfull and i use it since 2006 😂 Thx 4 the tips!

[@angelurdaneta7535]

Thank you so much for these features! I didn't know you could do so much with VLC

[@martin1b]

Good stuff. Didn't know these because the commands aren't very intuitive.

[@Arrbyy]

Correct. As with almost everything. Geeks are cliquish. (A clique is a small group that sticks to itself and doesn't encourage outsiders to enter the group.) They take the position that if you don't know what they know (which they make little effort to help people with), then you're inferior and not really deserving of their help. While I'm impressed with those who can learn stuff that I can't learn, or can't learn easily, I'm never impressed by a lack of friendliness.

[@cobrar5161]

Thanks man for making such a useful video,prior to watching this I really did not know that VLC was more than a DVD player software.your video solved many of my problems.

[@georgechibvuri6843]

I really never knew about the converter thanx only too much Techgumbo

[@kirbymarchbarcena]

Really helpful to learn new things with this software

[@seeonec1]

cool video tons of information

[@carlitos-qv9dh]

The download stream video is my favorite.Thanks a lot.

[@RESSHINZ]

Woah.. tks for info... interesting.. ^_^

[@AmazingPhilippines1]

Cool! Thanks for all of this useful info. I have used VLC for years and this will really help.

[@sicfxmusic]

Left/right bracket will decrease/increase video speed

[@sarkybugger5009]

As do Numeric pad + and -

[@LongJ0hn]

@@sarkybugger5009 You can add these to your ui in tools> customise interface and add the faster/slower icons to your ui. Older versions came with these in the ui idk why they removed them

[@ufoclips1]

NO WAY????!!!can`t wait to try that......

[@ufoclips1]

@@sarkybugger5009 Just did it...love you guys!!!!!!

[@harsh2032]

Thankyou so much. Amazing, I was looking for this, I used to press + but it used to add 1 to speed, now thanks to you I can play around with speed.

[@brazo98]

VLC is the Chuck Norris && You the VLC Dude!🖖🏻🖖🏻🖖🏻🖖🏻Thx a lot for your movie!

[@jitendrakhot634]

OMG I've been using VLC for years and didn't know that it can record screen and webcam until now. Exceptional ... Thanks, Buddy...

[@MrSerendipity01]

Me too!

[@tatonyaharden6997]

Great video. Some of these I knew about, but most I didn't.

[@bbasmdc]

Really great tutorial, thank you. Could you consider doing the same for the Android VLC player? It seems to have very much a subset of Windows and, if such a thing were possible, is even less intuitive :-)

[@marthai.garcia5760]

Another MOST useful feature. Thank you !

[@sicfxmusic]

Love the multitasking feature :P

[@cryptodent3976]

Good info... Another one not mentioned is that it will cut out clips from longer videos. For example: Cut out a single song from a full-length live concert.

[@harshitmunot28]

hey there is a cool vlc extension called vlc sub that also u to download subtitles for any of ur videos *if available

[@AlfredoHernandez-vr3wc]

Hey thank you I didn't know about this in VLC.Cool features.

[@SuperAtheist]

I was able to stream this YT video but not in HD. How do I stream in HD?

[@mahakaalkalikavatar3449]

Wow thanks man, it's a very helpful video ever!!

[@RojsaCom]

VLC and SMPlayer are really amazing!

[@Tomasu321]

A neat trick i usually use VLC for is a Picture in Picture viewing. Open a video stream. Either right click the video or click View in the toolbar. Hit Always on top and minimal interface. Scale window to desired size and boom. Instant pip.

[@hasajisreedhar9451]

*pls bring Atleast one video weekly*

[@JacobKinsley]

I use VLC to create a radio stream using a windows batch file. (I'll reply to this comment with the basic format of the script and also how to use it). It streams it over http and I have a port open so my friends can listen to my music files and we can all listen to the same songs while we play games. It also works with youtube links. If you enable single instance mode it will automatically add any files you 'open' to the stream.

[@JacobKinsley]

title Radio Stream cd "C:\Program Files\VideoLAN\VLC" start vlc " " --sout "#transcode{vcodec=none,acodec=mp3,ab=128,channels=2,samplerate=44100,scodec=none}:http{dst=:80552/stream.mp3}" --sout-all --sout-keep --one-instance exit

[@JacobKinsley]

Ok so here's how it works: When you run this script, it creates a new instance of VLC media player where any new files you add to the queue (by dragging the files into the main window) will be streamed. This is basically in essence the exact same as doing it through a menu, however you have to select the right options EVERY. SINGLE. FILE otherwise, this batch file just sets up VLC so it applies all these options every time you add a file. ok, so what parts of the file are important and why it has stuff you may not think is important: The 'vcodec = none' is because it doesn't stream video. This is AMAZING because this lets you play the audio from videos. the 'acodec=mp3' is because it's streaming mp3 files over the internet. the 'dst=80552/stream.mp3' will stream over the internet with the URL '(ip address here, just google it):80552/stream.mp3' You can change the 80552 to whatever you want, you just need to port forward that number as a port so people on the internet (your friends) can see it. Stream.mp3 can also be changed to anything as long as it has mp3 at the end. 'sout-all' means it puts all sound through the radio stream, it doesn't work without it because it tries to play the music on your pc instead of the internet. 'one-instance' means it runs in single instance mode so it adds files to the queue instead of playing it like a normal video or audio file. Without it, any videos you add would just play on your pc without streaming them the exit at the end literally just makes it so you don't have a command prompt window open all the time

[@JacobKinsley]

*You need to set the 'c:/program files/videolan/vlc' thing to be the directory 'vlc.exe' is in which is probably what it already is but just keep it in mind if it doesn't open VLC*

[@qrit91]

All hail the almighty VLC.

[@eelargebeats]

I swear VLC is really more than what we think it is, only that we re to glued to its traditional use. So many quality slept on features. So many programmes are like this, we just use them for a single operation and they re loaded with so many other functions we don't ever think of using.

[@dellawrence4323]

This video saddens me, I just found out that I wasted my money buying the licence for Xilisoft.