This article demonstrates the procedure to stream local media files on the Firestick by installing the VLC for the Fire app.
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Steps to Install and Use VLC Media Player on Firestick
VLC Media Player is a free platform that allows you to stream any multimedia files on the Firestick. Besides that, you can equalize and filter the audio formats of any movie and series trouble-free. Since the app is readily available on the Firestick’s Amazon App Store, it eases the installation process. Further, there is no necessity to make any payments because it is completely free to access the app without any commercials. You can now directly start getting into the process below to install the VLC for Fire app on your device.
- Make your Fire TV ready
Grab your remote controller and hit on the power button to turn on the device. Then, establish a standard connect a WiFi to your Firestick.
- Go to the App Store
Navigate and select the Appstore tile available on the Firestick’s home page.
- Select the search icon
Then, choose the search bar on the App Store screen and enter VLC in the given space. Hit on the Search icon to find the results.
- Select Get or Download
After choosing the app from the search results, you have to click on the Get/Download button to install the VLC for Fire app on your Firestick.
- Tap Open to Launch VLC on Firestick
Upon completing the installation process, choose Open to launch the VLC for Fire app on your Firestick.
- Click Allow to Access storage
You need to hit on the Allow button to access the Fire TV storage files.
- Play your favorite content
After that, choose your favorite playlist and select the video to play on the Fire TV’s big screen.
FAQ
Gliching issues with media files are very common. The only thing that you need to focus on is cross-checking whether the VLC app is the latest version. If not, update the app on your Fire TV Stick to resolve the issue with the VLC app.
Yes. Open the VLC for Fire app on the Fire TV Stick. Play any of the videos available on the VLC app. Then, select the Subtitle and choose the desired language to watch the movie along with the subtitles.