Tired of juggling keyboards and mice just to control your media playback from across the room? VLC Black Remote Free transforms your smartphone into a powerful, dedicated remote for VLC Media Player on your computer, offering seamless control without the clutter.
This application establishes a direct connection to VLC Media Player running on your PC or Mac over a shared Wi-Fi network. It mirrors the core playback interface, providing precise control over your media library. You can manage playlists, adjust volume, and navigate chapters directly from your device. The app supports playback of all major file formats that VLC handles, including MKV, MP4, AVI, and FLAC, without requiring transcoding. A key feature is the ability to browse and select files directly from your computer's directories through the remote interface, enabling you to queue up media without touching the host machine.
The application utilizes a clean, dark-themed interface designed for low-light viewing and reduced eye strain during extended use. Connection is streamlined through automatic network discovery, minimizing setup time to a few taps. It maintains a stable, low-latency connection for responsive playback commands, including play/pause, skip, and seek with a timeline scrubber. The remote also provides access to playback settings such as subtitle delay, audio track selection, and video filters, offering comprehensive control from a distance.
Download this mobile app now and take command of your media center from the comfort of your couch!
A network connection is required for operation. This product is not affiliated with VideoLAN.