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Celluloid als Linux-Alternative zu Windows Media Player

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Celluloid is a solid replacement for Windows Media Player if you want a simple, modern media player for local files and value a clean GNOME-style interface. It handles most common formats through mpv, supports playlists and basic playback controls, and integrates well on Linux desktops via MPRIS. It’s ideal for users who prefer lightweight, no-frills players and are comfortable with or already using a GTK-based desktop. Not ideal for those needing advanced library management or legacy codec support.

Funktionsabdeckung85%
Lizenz
GPL-3.0+
Preis
Kostenlos
Aktuelle Version
0.30 (28. März 2026)
Bewertung
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Screenshot von Celluloid
The main window showing the application in action

Was gleich funktioniert

  • Plays common formats like MP3, MP4, AVI, MKV, and FLAC
  • Basic playback controls: play, pause, seek, volume
  • Supports drag-and-drop playlist creation
  • Lightweight and fast to launch
  • Follows desktop integration standards (MPRIS2)

Was anders ist

  • No built-in library organization or media database
  • Does not support WMV as reliably without codec packs
  • Lacks CD ripping or burning features
  • No visualizations or equalizer
  • Minimalist design may feel too sparse for some

Ihre Windows Media Player-Dateien öffnen

Celluloid, using the mpv backend, plays MP3, MP4, AVI, MKV, and FLAC without issue. WMV support depends on system codecs; it may not play all WMV files out of the box, especially on minimal Linux installs. No conversion or export features are available. If you have a collection of older WMV files, ensure your system has proper codec support or consider converting them to more open formats. Most common user media files will open directly.

Von Windows Media Player zu Celluloid wechseln – Schritt für Schritt

  1. Install Celluloid via your package manager or Flatpak
  2. Copy your media files to a local directory
  3. Drag folders or files into Celluloid to build playlists
  4. Adjust volume and playback settings as needed
  5. Enable MPRIS in settings if using desktop media controls

Wichtige Funktionen von Celluloid

  • mpv‑basierte Wiedergabe‑Engine
  • GTK+‑Interface nach GNOME HIG
  • Drag‑and‑drop‑Playlist‑Unterstützung
  • Laden externer mpv‑Konfigurationsdateien
  • MPRIS2 D‑Bus‑Steuerung
  • Tastenkombinationen für play/pause, seek, volume
  • Playlist‑Verwaltung
  • MPRIS2‑Medienplayer‑Steuerungen

Celluloid unter Linux installieren

Flatpak (Flathub)flatpak install flathub io.github.celluloid_player.Celluloid
Ubuntu / Mintsudo apt install celluloid
Debiansudo apt install celluloid
Fedorasudo dnf install celluloid
Arch / Manjarosudo pacman -S celluloid
openSUSEsudo zypper install celluloid

Häufige Fragen

Can Celluloid play DVDs or Blu-rays?

No, Celluloid does not support DVD or Blu-ray playback. You’d need to install additional tools like libdvdcss and use a different player such as VLC.

Does Celluloid support subtitles?

Yes, it supports external subtitle files and basic controls for toggling and adjusting timing via mpv’s engine.

Is Celluloid available on non-GNOME desktops?

Yes, it runs on any Linux desktop, though the interface is optimized for GNOME. It works fine on XFCE, KDE, and others.

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