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.