VLC is an easy-to-use media player that supports multiple video formats and even allows you to stream 4K resolution videos without any issues. Unfortunately, the VLC app is not available on the Samsung TV Smart Hub. However, you can Cast, AirPlay, or Screen Mirror VLC Media Player on your Samsung Smart TV from a smartphone or PC. Scroll through this guide to learn the steps in detail.
How to Cast or AirPlay VLC on Samsung TV
The VLC mobile app has built-in Cast and AirPlay support. With this feature, you can play the media files on your smartphone and cast or AirPlay them to your Samsung TV.
1. Connect your smartphone and Samsung Smart TV to the same WiFi.
2. Fetch your smartphone and download the VLC Media Player app from the Play Store | App Store.
3. Launch the VLC app and select the content you want to play.
4. Now, Android users can select the Cast icon on the playback screen.
- Meanwhile, iPhone users should select AirPlay & Bluetooth after tapping the Cast icon.
5. Now, choose your Samsung TV name from the available devices.
Once the connection is established, the video content from your mobile will start playing on your TV screen.
How to Screen Mirror VLC on Samsung TV from Windows PC or Mac
1. Download the VLC Media Player app on the Mac or Windows PC from the official website.
2. Open the VLC app on your PC and play any video.
3. On your Windows, press the Windows + K shortcut keys.
- For Mac, click the Control Center icon on the menu bar and select Screen Mirroring.
4. Finally, choose your Samsung TV name from the pop-up and watch the selected video content on your big screen.
FAQ
MX Player is the best alternative to VLC. You can download this application from the Samsung Smart Hub.