Install VLC Android in PC (Windows 11/10/7 and Mac)

In Video Players by Developer Videolabs
Last Updated: February 20, 2023

If you are interested in installing VLC on your PC, there are 3 ways to do so using BlueStacks, LDPLayer, Nox app player like emulators. Alternatively, you can use any of the following BlueStacks alternatives. Read the rest of the article to learn more about how to install VLC on your PC.

This tutorial guide helps you download and install VLC in PC and you can install VLC for Android 3.5.4 in your Windows PC and Mac OS. This app is developed by Videolabs and listed under Video Players.

Download and Install VLC in PC (Windows and Mac OS)

Following are the 3 methods to install VLC in PC:

1. Install VLC in PC using BlueStacks

BlueStacks is an Android App Player that allows you to run Android apps on PC. To install an Android app on your PC using BlueStacks, follow the steps below:

Step 1: Install BlueStacks on your PC
Step 2: Launch BlueStacks on your PC
Step 3: Click the "My Apps" button in the emulator once BlueStacks is launched.
Step 4: Search for the app you want to install i.e. VLC for Android
Step 5: From the search results, select the VLC app and install it.
Step 6: To download apps from Google Play on BlueStacks, login to your Google account.
Step 7: After logging in, the installation process for VLC for Android will begin, which will depend on your internet connection.

Hints: If you are having LOADING issue with BlueStacks software simply install the Microsoft .NET Framework in your PC.

Note: If you are Mac user, you need to download BlueStacks for Mac (a .dmg installation file).

Download BlueStacks

2. Install VLC in PC with Noxplayer

To install and use the VLC app on your PC using Nox App Player, follow the steps below:

Step 1: Install Nox App Player on your PC.
Step 2: Once installed, run Nox App Player on your PC and login to your Google account.
Step 3: In the Nox App Player, click on the "Searcher" icon and search for the VLC app.
Step 4: Select the VLC for Android app from the search results and install it on your Nox emulator.
Step 5: Once the installation is completed, you will be able to play VLC on your PC using Nox App Player.

For a detailed guide on Noxplayer Installation, see this page.

Download NoxPlayer

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3. How to Install VLC in Windows 11

To install VLC on your Windows 11 device, please follow the tutorial below.

Step 1: Install Windows Subsystem for Android according to the tutorial.
Step 2: Once you have successfully installed Windows Subsystem for Android, proceed to install Google Play Store on Windows 11.
Step 3: Using Google Play Store on your Windows 11 device, search for the VLC app that you wish to install.
Step 4: Select the VLC for Android app from the search results, and install it just as you would on an Android device.

Conclusion: After following the above 3 methods, you can easily run VLC on your Windows or macOS systems.

Alternatives

VLC for Android Alternatives

Following is the list of VLC for Android alternatives you may want to try.

1. KMPlayer - All Video Player

KMPlayer is a perfect media player that can play all forms of high resolution videos.

2. BSPlayer

BSPlayer is top hardware accelerated video player for Android smartphones and tablet PCs.

3. Mi Video - Video player

Mi Video is a powerful local video player and downloader preferred by millions of users. With Mi Video, you can play, download, stream, and manage your videos all in one place.

4. GOM Player

GOM Player enjoy the easiest and most convenient free player on mobiles.

5. Wondershare Player

Wondershare Player is an all-in-one Video Player & Video Discovery to "Discover latest videos to watch online & offline.

6. PLAYit-All in One Video Player

PLAYit need of an all-in-one video and music player, PLAYit is ready to provide you a feast for eyes.

VLC APK file details:

Best Android Emulators	Bluestacks & Nox App Player
Operating Systems	Windows 7,8/10/11 or Mac
App Developer	Videolabs
App Updated	February 20, 2023
APK Version	3.5.4
Category	Video Players
Android Version Required for emulator	Android 7.0 and up
APK File Size	34.27 MBs
File Name	org-videolan-vlc-3-5-4_SOFTSTRIBE.apk