VLC Capture

VLC Capture

Open web videos in VLC

What is VLC Capture?
'VLC Capture' is an innovative Chrome extension that effortlessly enables users to play any web videos directly in VLC without any hassle. It not only allows for smooth playback but also maintains a comprehensive playlist for your convenience. Additional extension for Chromecast is also available.
Merlin
Stats
Users: 30,000+
Rating: 3.76 (304)
Version: 1.0.0 (Last updated: 2014-09-13)
Creation date: 2014-09-13
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • storage
  • unlimitedStorage
  • webRequest
  • activeTab
  • <all_urls>
  • tabs
Size: 80.69K
URLs: Website
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Merlin
Summary
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Play web videos directly in VLC automatically and maintains a playlist

Other extension for Chromecast : https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/videocast/gclhodkofgoighinmongpkpncdpalejb

User reviews
User reviews summary
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Pros
  • Nice job!
  • funzt super
  • Nice & easy
  • super
Cons
  • Total crap
  • Cannot remove the vids by selecting all
  • не работает.
  • Ne fonctionne pas !
  • The 'How To' is explaining for Windows setup.
Most mentioned
  • Total crap
  • Не работает.
  • Nice job!
  • funzt super
  • Ne fonctionne pas !
Recent reviews
by I I, 2024-04-20

Seher Gut
by Daniel Francisco Daniel Francisco, 2015-09-15

One Of The Best Extensions I Have Ever Used For DOING NOTHING 100% Recommended If You Are Looking For A Extention That DOES NOTHING.
by Private Angel Private Angel, 2023-08-08
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Safety
Risk impact

VLC Capture is risky to use as it requires a number of sensitive permissions that can potentially harm your browser and steal your data. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing. We recommend that you only install VLC Capture if you trust the publisher.

Risk likelihood

VLC Capture has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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