Are you still relying on your smartphone or PC to watch downloaded media files? You can easily stream that content on your Hisense Smart TV using VLC. With VLC Media Player’s compatibility with multiple video and audio formats, even MKV files on your Hisense TV can be streamed effortlessly. The VLC app is available for Hisense TVs that run on Android TV OS, Google TV OS, and FireOS.
If your Hisense TV is one of these models, you can download the app directly from the app store. Casting or AirPlay are your go-to options for other models. This guide will walk you through how to install VLC on your Hisense Smart TV.
How to Install VLC on Hisense Android/Google TV
To install VLC on your Hisense Android TV or Hisense Google TV, follow these steps after ensuring your TV is connected to WiFi:
1. In the Apps section, select either Google Play Store or Search Apps & Games, depending on your TV’s interface.
2. In the search field, type VLC and initiate the search.
3. From the search results, select the VLC app and select the Install button to get it.
4. After installation, open the VLC app and start streaming your preferred content from the media library on your Hisense TV.
How to Download VLC on Hisense Fire TV
1. From the Fire TV home screen, select the Search tab and type in VLC Media Player.
2. Choose the desired app from the search results and click the Get or Download button to start the installation process.
3. Once installed, open the app and begin streaming your preferred content from your device’s media library.
How to Cast VLC Media Player on Hisense Smart TV
While some Hisense TVs don’t support the VLC media player directly, you can easily cast content with the built-in Cast feature. This allows you to stream directly from the VLC app to your TV.
Download the VLC app from the Play Store on your Android device. Ensure that your Android device and Hisense TV are connected to the WiFi network.
Once the app is installed, open it and start playing any media content. Tap the Cast icon, then select your Hisense TV from the list of available devices. After a brief moment, your chosen content will start playing on your Hisense TV.
How to AirPlay VLC Media Player on Hisense Smart TV
VLC Media Player supports AirPlay, allowing you to watch content playing on your iPhone or iPad on your Hisense TV. Firstly, enable AirPlay on your Hisense Smart TV. Next, download and open the VLC app from the App Store.
Select any media from your device’s library and start playing it. Tap the Cast icon and choose AirPlay or Bluetooth. From the list of available devices, select your Hisense TV. The content will now mirror on your TV screen.
Frequently Asked Question
Unfortunately, the VLC Media Player is not officially made available for VIDAA TV.
Yes, the VLC app is entirely free to download and use.
If the VLC app isn’t working, try closing and reopening the app first. As a secondary resort, restart your Hisense TV and check for any available updates for the VLC app to resolve the problem.
You can update the app on your Hisense TV by going to the TV’s App Store and checking for any available updates.