Control VLC from your phone or tablet

Take charge of VLC Media Player using your mobile device. With this companion app you can browse your computer’s media, cue and control playback, and even stream YouTube videos — all without staying glued to your desktop.

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Main capabilities

  • Remotely start, pause, skip, and stop playback on VLC.
  • Navigate folders and playlists stored on your computer and launch files from your device.
  • Stream YouTube clips directly through VLC from your mobile.
  • Operates as a complete remote for both Windows and macOS machines, freeing you from sitting next to the PC.

Supported platforms for playback

  • Linux
  • macOS
  • Android
  • iOS
  • Windows Phone

Platforms supported for YouTube streaming

  • iOS
  • Android
  • Windows Phone
  • macOS
  • Linux

Quick setup guide

  1. Open VLC on the computer you want to control and enable remote/control access in the settings (usually under Interface or Web interface).
  2. Install the remote app on your mobile device and ensure both devices are on the same network.
  3. Launch the app, point it to your computer’s IP (or allow it to auto-discover), and connect.
  4. Browse your media or search YouTube and start playback from your phone.

Obtaining the remote control app

Search your device’s app store for a “VLC remote” application compatible with your platform, or download the desktop helper utility if you plan to control VLC from another PC. Follow the developer’s instructions for installation and pairing.

Technical

Title
Remote for VLC PC Mac
Requirements
  • iPhone
Language
English
Available languages
  • Portuguese
  • English
  • Italian
  • French
  • Spanish
License
  • Free
Latest update
2025-12-13
Author
Adarsh Urs
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