How to Get VLC Media Player on Google TV

If you are looking for an advanced media player to enhance your content-watching experience on your streaming device, VLC is the app you will need. VLC is officially available on the Play Store for users to add the app to their Google TV. VLC is an open-source app that supports almost every video and audio format available. It also offers a wide range of playback controls and various video and audio effects to extract the best watching experience.

You can create, manage, export, or import your playlist of various formats within the VLC Media Player app and stream them. VLC Media Play app also supports Chromecast to screencast content from your mobile device to your TV.

VLC Plans & Pricing

Like Stremio, VLC is open-source software, and VLC doesn’t have membership or subscription plans for users.

How to Install VLC from Play Store

You will find the VLC on your Google TV Play Store officially, and to install it,

1. Press the Assistant button on the remote and say the VLC. Make sure that the Chromecast with Google TV remote is set up.

2. Select the VLC app from the search result.

3. Click Install to install the app on your Google TV.

4. Launch the VLC app on your Google TV and tap the Sign In option.

5. Enter the login credentials of your VLC account and start watching the sporting events you want.

Can I Cast VLC on Googe TV?

Yes. Those who prefer not to install VLC on Google TV can use the built-in cast feature and watch the desired titles. You can start casting to Google TV using both a smartphone and a PC.

1. Connect Google TV to a stable WIFI connection

2. Use the same WIFI connection to connect your Android/iOS smartphones.

3. Install the VLC app on your smartphone from Google Play Store/App Store.

4. Launch the VLC app on your device and log in.

5. Click on the Cast icon.

6. Select your Google TV name and watch the content on your TV.

If you are using iPhone or iPad, you can enable AirPlay on Chromecast with Google TV to cast the media content.

• To Cast from Google Browser:
  • Visit the official website of VLC from the Chrome browser on your PC. Log in and choose content to play.
  • Select the Cast icon from the media playback screen.
  • Choose your Google TV and watch the same content on TV.
• To Cast from Microsoft Edge Browser:
  • Those watching VLC on PC via the Microsoft Edge browser can select Three vertical dot icons → Choose More Tools → Select Cast media to device → Tap on your Google TV.

Can I Sideload VLC?

Yes. You can sideload VLC as an apk file using the Downloader app on Google TV. For this to work, you have to enable Unknown Sources on the TV Settings as the pre-requisite.

Compatible TVs

The following are the TV brands that manufacture Google TV, and upon purchasing it, one can watch VLC on the TV.

• Hisense Google TV
• Sony Google TV
• TCL Google TV

Is VLC Geo-Restricted?

No. VLC isn’t geo-restricted, and you can access it from anywhere without limitations. However, if you are looking for improved security or privacy while streaming VLC, you can rely on the best VPN for Google TV, such as ExpressVPN or NordVPN.

Customer Support

In unfortunate cases, the VLC may not work on Google TV. The cause may vary, and it can be fixed upon performing basic troubleshooting. However, when they don’t give you a hand, you may reach out to VLC customer support via live chat for general and technical help.

Upon following the instructions, you may be able to stream VLC on your stream device without issues.

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