How To Install Vlc On Lg Smart Tv

Lights, Camera, VLC! Your LG Smart TV is About to Get Way More Fun

Want to turn your LG Smart TV into a multimedia powerhouse? Good news! It’s easier than ordering pizza (and almost as satisfying).

Ready to unlock a world of video possibilities? Let’s get started!

First Things First: Check the LG Content Store

Think of the LG Content Store as your TV's app playground. It's where all the cool apps hang out, waiting to be downloaded. So, that's our first stop!

Grab your LG remote and hit that home button. Now, navigate to the LG Content Store icon. It looks like a little shopping bag – can't miss it!

Searching for the Star: Is VLC Already There?

Once you're in the store, time to play detective! Use the search bar (usually a magnifying glass icon) and type in "VLC".

Fingers crossed! You might just see the familiar orange traffic cone icon pop up. If so, you're in luck!

If it's already there, skip to the next section. Exciting, right?

Installing VLC: It's Showtime!

Found VLC? Awesome! Now, click on its icon to open the app's page. You'll see a big, friendly "Install" button.

Give that button a click! The TV will start downloading and installing VLC automatically. It might take a few minutes, so grab a snack!

Once it's done, you'll see an "Launch" option. Click that to start enjoying VLC goodness.

Uh Oh! No VLC in the Store? Don't Panic!

Okay, so VLC isn't directly available on the LG Content Store. Don't worry, this isn't a dead end!

Sadly, direct installation isn't always possible. LG’s app store can be a bit selective.

While you can't install the official app, there are alternative solutions to explore.

The Wonders of DLNA: Your Secret Weapon

DLNA stands for Digital Living Network Alliance. Sounds complicated, right? Don't sweat it! It’s just a fancy way for devices to share stuff on your home network.

Using DLNA, you can stream videos from your computer or phone directly to your LG Smart TV. Essentially, you're turning your TV into a big screen for all your digital goodies!

You'll need a media server on your computer or phone to make this work. VLC itself can act as a DLNA server! How cool is that?

Setting Up VLC as a DLNA Server: Easy Peasy!

Open VLC on your computer. Go to "Media" then "Stream."

Add the file you want to watch to the list. Click "Stream" again.

On the next screen, choose "HTTP" as your destination. Click "Add." Change the port if needed. Finally, hit "Stream!"

Finding Your Media on Your LG TV: The Big Finale

Now, on your LG Smart TV, look for an app called "Photos & Videos," "Content Share," or something similar. The name varies depending on the model.

Open that app. Your computer (the DLNA server) should appear as a source.

Browse the folders on your computer until you find the video you're streaming from VLC. Hit play, and enjoy!

Congratulations! You're a Streaming Superstar!

See? Even without a direct install, you can still enjoy the power of VLC on your LG Smart TV.

Experiment with different settings and explore all the cool things VLC and DLNA can do. Enjoy the show!

Happy watching!