How to Set VLC as Your Default Video Player in Windows 11
Published on: 24/05/2026
Set VLC (or any video player) as your default for .mp4, .mkv, .avi and more — goodbye default Windows player. Settings → Apps → Default apps.
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Set VLC or Any Video Player as Your Default in Windows 11
Published on: 24/05/2026
Assign .mp4, .mkv, .avi and other video formats to VLC or your favourite video player — Settings → Apps → Default apps, find the app, assign each extension.
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