VLC Player: Record webcam - how it works
You can use the VLC player to take pictures and videos with the webcam. You do not need any additional software, because the VLC player proves to be a great all-rounder. In this practical tip, we will show you the exact procedure with our step-by-step instructions.
Record webcam with the VLC player - how it works
- Open the VLC player and click on "Media"> "Open capture device".
- Now select your webcam and microphone under "Video device name" and under "Audio device name" (see picture).
- You can make further settings via "Advanced Options", but you do not need this to simply record the webcam.
- Then click the small arrow next to "Play" at the bottom to select "Convert".
- Under "Destination", select where the webcam video should be saved and enter a file name.
- To start recording now, click on "Start".
Read on the next page how to download videos with the VLC player.