Video / VideoLAN / VLC - HTTP (API Version 3)
Interface with VLC player through the HTTP interface
< Back to drivers listFrequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What configuration is needed in VLC?
You need to enable the LUA HTTP interface and assign a password:
1. Open VLC
2. Go to Tools->Preferences
3. Show All settings
4. Select "Main interfaces" on the left, and tick the "Web" checkbox
5. Expand "Main interfaces" and click on "Lua"
6. Set a password for Lua HTTP
Element Options
IP Address
The IP address of the system running VLC
Port
Port
Password
Password
Functions
Transport Control
Triggers a transport control action
- Transport Control: Select which action to control - one of {Play, Stop, Pause / Resume, Next, Previous}
Fullscreen
Triggers a FULLSCREEN action
Loop
Triggers a LOOP action
Repeat
Triggers a REPEAT action
Play
Executes a PLAY action
Stop
Executes a STOP action
Pause
Executes a PAUSE action
Is Fullscreen
Returns true if VLC is in full screen, false otherwise
Is In Loop
Returns true if VLC is in loop mode, false otherwise
Is In Repeat
Returns true if VLC is in repeat mode, false otherwise
Get File Name
Returns the current file name