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About VLC Remote
The most powerful Android VLC Remote is also the easiest to set up! VLC Remote lets you sit back enjoy your movies and music while you control things from your sofa. Use our Free setup helper to configure VLC and connect your Android in a couple of button clicks. ✔ Easily control VLC from your sofa! ✔ Helper configures VLC automatically. ✔ Full browsing control (play any file from your computer) ✔ Full DVD controls ✔ Volume, position, track ✔ Turn fullscreen on and off ✔ Control subtitles, aspect ratio, audio track and delays ✔ Access external drives • Reviews • 2011 Best Software Award in Multimedia by Handster 'Amazing remote. You can completely control vlc from the palm of your hand. ... highly recommend it if you are looking for a vlc remote.' - AndroidApps
What VLC Remote Is Used For
VLC Remote is a phone app designed to control the VLC media player from another part of the room, rather than acting as a video player itself. Based on the metadata, it appears to be used mainly when VLC is running on a computer and you want to manage playback from your Android device while sitting away from the keyboard or mouse.
Common uses include starting and pausing media, changing volume, moving through a file or playlist, adjusting subtitles, and switching settings such as aspect ratio, audio track, or fullscreen mode. The app also mentions DVD controls and browsing files on the computer, so it may be helpful for people who use VLC as a home media player for movies, music, or disc playback.
The listed Wi-Fi and network permissions suggest it needs local network access to communicate with VLC on the same network, and the keep-awake permission may help maintain a stable connection during use. This makes it most relevant in a home media setup, especially for users who want a remote-style control experience without being near the computer.
Common uses include starting and pausing media, changing volume, moving through a file or playlist, adjusting subtitles, and switching settings such as aspect ratio, audio track, or fullscreen mode. The app also mentions DVD controls and browsing files on the computer, so it may be helpful for people who use VLC as a home media player for movies, music, or disc playback.
The listed Wi-Fi and network permissions suggest it needs local network access to communicate with VLC on the same network, and the keep-awake permission may help maintain a stable connection during use. This makes it most relevant in a home media setup, especially for users who want a remote-style control experience without being near the computer.
Common uses
- Control VLC playback from a phone or nearby device
- Browse and play media files stored on a computer
- Adjust subtitles, audio tracks, aspect ratio, and delays
- Use DVD playback controls in a home media setup
- Change volume, seek position, and fullscreen mode
- Access external drives through the VLC connection
- Keep media control available while sitting on the sofa
App Details
Package:
com.hobbyistsoftware.android.vlcremote_us
com.hobbyistsoftware.android.vlcremote_us
Category:
Video Players & Editors
Video Players & Editors
Developer:
Hobbyist Software Ltd
Hobbyist Software Ltd
Version:
5.58 (4978)
5.58 (4978)
Updated:
Jul 4, 2025
Jul 4, 2025
Min Android:
5.1
5.1
Age Rating:
Everyone
Everyone
Contains Ads:
No
No
In-App Purchases:
No
No
Official Listing
- Official listing available on Google Play
- Package name: com.hobbyistsoftware.android.vlcremote_us
- Age rating: Everyone
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