How Do I Open Vlc in Ubuntu?
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How do I open VLC in terminal?

Running VLC

  1. To run the VLC media player using GUI: Open the launcher by pressing the Super key. Type vlc. Press Enter.
  2. To run VLC from the command line: $ vlc source. Replace source with path to the file to be played, URL, or other data source. For more details, see Opening streams on VideoLAN wiki.

Does VLC come with Ubuntu?

VLC has been installed on your Ubuntu desktop, and you can start using it. Whenever a new version is released, the VLC snap package will be automatically updated in the background. If you are not comfortable with the command line, open Ubuntu Software, search for “VLC” and install the application.

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Consumer Tech & Gadget Reviewer

Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.

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