Open with VLC
Add a content menu Open with VLC on audio / video links.
Links must contains file extensions (.mp4, .mkv, ...)
Prerequisite :
- VLC must be opened
- HTTP web interface must be enabled (Settings > Interface > HTTP web interface)
Open with VLC - Firefox Add-on for Direct Streaming
'Open with VLC' is a functional and convenient Firefox Add-on that enables users to directly stream audio and video content in VLC Media Player. By recognizing file extension types such as .mp4, .mkv, this add-on adds an 'Open with VLC' option in your browser's context menu. It does not require the installation of any native client, making it easy and straightforward to use. The only requirements are that VLC Media Player is open and the HTTP web interface is enabled with a set password.
Add-on stats
Manifest V2
By: Stitchuuuu
Rating: 3.85 
(13)
Weekly download count: 180
Firefox on Android: No
Permissions:
- http://localhost/*
- storage
- contextMenus
- notifications
Size: 48.94K
Email: st*****@icloud.com
Full description: See detailed description
Ranking
# 982 ▼ 1
Other platforms
Not available on Chrome
Not available on Android
Not available on Edge
User reviews
These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews.
Firefox Browser Add-ons does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate,
spammy, or outdated. Pros
- Integrates with VLC for seamless media playback
- User-friendly interface
- Useful for quickly opening media files
Cons
- Installation issues on certain operating systems
- VLC fails to launch or responds slowly
- Lack of clear documentation or support for troubleshooting
Most mentioned
- Installation problems
- VLC not launching properly
- Ease of use once set up correctly
User reviews
by 退出党团队远离中共恶魔, 2025-02-15
by George Silviu, 2023-11-23
Add-on safety
Risk impact
Open with VLC requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk impact analysis details
- Critical Allows access to all websites, posing a significant security risk as it can monitor and modify data from any visited site.
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Risk likelihood
We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of Open with VLC. Use it at your own risk.
Risk likelihood analysis details
- High This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.
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