Quick Answer: How Do I Run Vlc on Linux?

How do I open VLC in Ubuntu?

1 Answer

1. Go to the video file you want to open.
2. Right click on it and go to properties.
3. Now in the properties go to the “Open With” tab.
4. If you have VLC installed then it would be there in the list.
5. Click on the VLC icon.
6. Now go to the bottom right corner of the dialogue box and click on “Set as default”.

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.