Control VLC from an Android Phone

Options that communicate directly with VLC

• It is possible to use the http interface directly from Browser although is is somewhat cumbersome as it isn't designed for such a small screen.
  • Control VLC via a browser
• Hobbyist Software have produced two native applications which allow control of VLC from within a normal Android app. They also provide setup helper applications for Windows and Mac OS which simplify the process of enabling the http interface in VLC.
  • VLC Remote Free allows control of basic functions like play, pause, stop, volume, etc
  • VLC Remote is a paid version which additionally allows selecting of files and playlist management as well as more advanced features such as aspect ratio, subtitles, etc.
• Banamalon has developed two native applications to control VLC with your Android Device. There is a step by step tutorial available on how to setup the web-interface correctly.
  • VLC - Remote LIGHT is a the free version and allows you to use basic functions like play, pause, stop, volume, seekbar, fullscreen, etc.
  • VLC - Remote PRO is a paid version in which you are able to fully use HomeMedia (Windows is necessary). For example you can start VLC remotly with you android device.
  • VLC Direct is a free application in which you are able to fully control VLC remotely and also stream videos and music between VLC and your Android Device.