How To Set VLC as Default Video Player on Windows
Want every video file to open in VLC automatically. No extra clicks? 🎬✅ In this Delft Stack tutorial, you will learn how to set VLC Media Player as your default video player on Windows using the Default Apps settings. This is perfect if you prefer VLC’s reliability, format support, and smooth playback for all your videos.
✅ What You’ll Learn
• How to open Windows Settings from the Start menu
• How to find Default apps quickly using search
• Where the Video player default setting is located
• How to select VLC Media Player as the default video app
• How to test it by opening any video file afterward
⏱️ Timestamps
00:00. Intro. Why set VLC as your default video player
00:18. Open Settings and search for Default apps
00:27. Find Video player and choose VLC Media Player
00:59. Test by opening a video file to confirm VLC opens
🎯 Why Watch This Video?
This tutorial helps you:
• ✅ Make VLC open all videos automatically
• ✅ Save time by avoiding “Open with” every time
• ✅ Improve compatibility with more video formats
• ✅ Keep your playback experience consistent across your PC
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