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VLC is a free and open source cross-platform multimedia player and framework that plays most multimedia files as well as DVDs, Audio CDs, VCDs, and various streaming protocols.

Support for NPAPI plugins was removed from all modern web browsers, so VLC's plugin is no longer maintained. The last version is 3.0.4 and can be found here. It will not receive any further updates. Older versions of Mac OS X and VLC media player. We provide older releases for users who wish to deploy our software on legacy releases of Mac OS X. Open in VLC™ media player extension, sends video and audio links to the well-known VLC media player. This way you can watch online streams in the VLC media player. To send these links to the VLC media player, right-click over the video or audio link and use the context menu item.

VLC is a free and open source cross-platform multimedia player and framework that plays most multimedia files, and various streaming protocols.

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Devices and Mac OS X version

VLC media player requires Mac OS X 10.6 or later. It runs on any 64bit Intel-based Mac. Previous devices are supported by older releases.
Note that the first generation of Intel-based Macs equipped with Core Solo or Core Duo processors is no longer supported. Please use version 2.0.10 linked below.

Older versions of Mac OS X and VLC media player

We provide older releases for users who wish to deploy our software on legacy releases of Mac OS X. You can find recommendations for the respective operating system version below. Note that support ended for all releases listed below and hence they won't receive any further updates.

If you need help in finding the correct package matching your Mac's processor architecture, please see this official support document by Apple.

Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard

Use VLC 2.0.10. Get it for PowerPC or 32bit Intel.

Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger

Mac OS X 10.4.7 or later is required

Use VLC 0.9.10. Get it for PowerPC or Intel.

Mac OS X 10.3 Panther

QuickTime 6.5.2 or later is required

Use VLC 0.8.6i. Get it for PowerPC.

Mac OS X 10.2 Jaguar

Use VLC 0.8.4a. Get it for PowerPC.

Mac OS X 10.0 Cheetah and 10.1 Puma

Use VLC 0.7.0. Get it for PowerPC.

The feature of Chromecast to VLC had finally added to the stable version 3.0 of VLC media player. Better still, VLC 3.0 not only supports casting video to Chromecast with VLC from Windows, but also from Mac and Android. So, you can directly stream your videos to TV from VLC via Chromecast, instead of cast the computer screen to TV.

Note: The VLC Chromecast support is not quite perfect yet, although it has been tested a few times and launched in the stable version - 3.0. Some users reported problems like failing to find the 'render' option on Mac, having problems to cast some certain types of media files,etc.

Even so, we still encourage your to try by yourself to see whether it is work well with you. Now follow the steps to see how to stream from VLC to Chromecast that connect to your TV.

CONTENTS

1. VLC Chromecast Mac - Stream Video to Chromecast on Mac
2. Use VLC to Cast Video from Windows to Chromecast
3. Stream VLC to Chromecast on Android
4. VLC Chromecast iOS Support is Available Now

VLC Chromecast Mac - Stream Video to Chromecast on Mac

To cast, you need to get the version 3.0 or later of VLC. If you don't have it on your Mac, just download the latest version of VLC from its official website.

Unlike other Chromecast supported apps, you can't see a 'cast' icon on the VLC media player on Mac. Instead of that, you have to find the 'option' from the settings. The steps is as below:

Open VLC > Menu Playback > Renderer

Note: Even though VLC claims that this feature is available on Mac, there might be no render option shown in the VLC Media Player on Mac.

On Reddit, some users discuss the problem they meet when cast local video to Chromecast via VLC. Maybe you can get more information from there. Or you can turn to other choices to help you cast video to smart TV.

As for me, I like Airflow, which is an app on Mac that can help you stream videos to Chromecast. This app is really easy to use. Just drag-and-drop or add your videos, choose the right Chromecast, and click play. But now it's not free, you need to pay $19 to get it.

Use VLC to Cast Video from Windows to Chromecast

After downloading VLC Media Player 3.0 on your computer, follow the steps below to cast videos from VLC to Chromecast on Windows.

Step 1. Connect the Chromecast device to your TV properly.

Step 2. Now in the VLC player, go to the top bar menu items and click on the 'Video>Renderer> Scan' option. It will start scanning the available devices.

Vlc For Chrome Mac Settings

Step 3. When you find the Chromecast option on the submenu items of the Render option, just click it. VLC will connect to your Chromecast.

Vlc For Chrome Mac Installer

Step 4. Now open the video you want to stream to Chromecast on VLC player. When you try to play the video, there will be an 'Insecure site' prompt. You need to select the 'Accept permanently' Option.

Step 5. The video file should play in your Chromecast connected TV. You can use the controls in the VLC window to control the playback.

Stream VLC to Chromecast on Android

Here, we are going tell you how to stream from VLC player to Chromecast on your Android phone. You can easily stream any video from VLC to Chromecast from Android device. Below is the complete procedure for doing this.

Step 1. Install the latest Chromecast app on your Android device.

Step 2. Now connect the Chromecast dongle to your TV and pair it with Chromecast app.

Step 3. Open VLC Player and start the file you want to cast.

Step 4. Open the Chromecast app you downloaded and tap on the menu button. From there just select the 'CAST SCREEN' option. Follow the on-screen instructions to cast your device's screen to your Chromecast.

Step 5. Go back to VLC Player and fullscreen the video that you are playing. You are done!

VLC Chromecast iOS Support is Available Now

The VLC player finally gives the iOS users the ability to stream content to their Chromecast. The VLC Chromecast Support for iOS was first added in the version 3.1.0. The Version 3.1.0 of VLC for iOS also came with a few of new features including the Chromecast support.

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Moreover, the VLC not only can stream the formats that support by Chromecast, but also can play every single video and audio files that plays in VLC. Because VLC will convert the incompatible video to the format that Chromecast supports during the playing. That sounds great!

VLC adding support for Chromecast is a huge progress due to VLC is such a popular media player which can play almost all videos and even DVDs. Though the Chromecast support has been optimized in the latest version of VLC, users might still encounter some playback problems.

If you have some media files that can't be streamed to Chromecast with VLC, try to convert the format to Chromecast supported format. VideoSolo Video Converter Ultimate is a good choice.

Chromecast Vlc Mac

It can provide you an all-around solution of converting any videos that are incompatible with VLC. The supported formats up to 300+ and with the powerful built-in editor, you can edit and enhance your video for better visual experience when casting the video to Chromecast. Take a try now!