How to Install VideoLAN Client (VLC) on Void Linux

VideoLAN Client (VLC) is a popular multimedia player that can play various audio and video formats. It is available on different platforms, including Void Linux. In this tutorial, we will go through the steps for installing VLC on Void Linux.

Prerequisites

• A running instance of Void Linux
• An internet connection
• A terminal emulator

Step 1: Update the system

Before installing VLC, it is recommended to update the system to ensure that all packages are up to date. Open your terminal emulator and type the following command:

sudo xbps-install -Syu

The above command will update all packages on your system.

Step 2: Install VLC

After updating the system, you can now install VLC. To do this, open your terminal emulator and type the following command:

sudo xbps-install -S vlc

The above command will install VLC on your system.

Step 3: Launch VLC

Now that VLC is installed, you can launch it from the applications menu or by typing the following command in your terminal emulator:

vlc

Conclusion

That’s it! You’ve successfully installed VLC on your Void Linux system. You can now use VLC to play various audio and video formats. Enjoy!