VLC media player is a popular open-source multimedia player known for its extensive format support and customizable interface, making it a go-to choice for many Ubuntu users. This guide explores multiple methods for installing VLC on Ubuntu 24.04.
Installing VLC on Ubuntu 24.04
The method you choose to install applications on Ubuntu 24.04 can depend on package platform support and version availability. Here are four different ways to install VLC.
Ubuntu App Center
Installing VLC from the Ubuntu App Center is a straightforward method, particularly if you desire a specific version.
Step 1: Open the Ubuntu App Center.
Step 2: Search for VLC.
Step 3: Click on the channel option to view available versions.
Step 4: Select the desired version (e.g., latest/edge for the newest version).
Step 5: Click Install.
After installation, you can launch VLC by clicking the Open button within the App Center or by searching for it in your applications menu.
Snap Package Installer
Snap is a universal package manager that comes pre-installed on Ubuntu.
Step 1: Open a terminal.
Step 2: Execute the following command to install VLC using Snap:
sudo snap install vlc
Step 3: To verify the installation, you can list all installed Snap packages:
sudo snap list
You can launch VLC either from the applications menu or by running the vlc command in the terminal.
Default Package Installer (APT)
Ubuntu’s default package installer, APT, provides another way to install VLC.
Step 1: Open a terminal.
Step 2: Execute the following command:
sudo apt install vlc
Step 3: Verify the installation by checking the VLC version:
vlc --version
VLC can then be launched from the applications menu.
Note: You can install VLC by adding a PPA repository. This is not recommended.
Flatpak
Flatpak is another third-party package manager for installing applications on Ubuntu.
Step 1: Open a terminal.
Step 2: Install VLC using Flatpak:
flatpak install flathub org.videolan.VLC
Step 3: To launch VLC through the terminal:
flatpak run org.videolan.VLC
How to Remove VLC From Ubuntu 24.04
The removal process depends on how you installed VLC.
Snap Package
Step 1: If you installed VLC via Snap, use the following command:
sudo snap remove vlc
APT Package
Step 1: If you installed VLC using APT or a PPA repository, use this command to remove it completely:
sudo apt remove --autoremove vlc
Ubuntu App Center
Step 1: Open the Ubuntu App Center.
Step 2: Search for VLC.
Step 3: Click the meatballs (three dots) icon.
Step 4: Select Uninstall.
Flatpak Package
Step 1: If VLC was installed with Flatpak, execute the following command:
flatpak remove flathub org.videolan.VLC
VLC media player provides versatile playback options on Ubuntu. There are several ways to install VLC on Ubuntu 24.04, including using the Ubuntu App Center, Snap, APT, and Flatpak.