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SMPlayer, alternative Linux à VLC
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SMPlayer is a solid replacement for VLC for most everyday users who want a single‑package player that works out of the box. It covers the core tasks of playing almost any audio or video file, streaming, subtitles, and casting, and adds YouTube playback and automatic subtitle download. It is best suited for users who prefer a lightweight, self‑contained player and don’t need VLC’s advanced transcoding or extensive plugin ecosystem.
- Licence
- GPL-2.0-or-later
- Prix
- Gratuit
- Dernière version
- 25.6.0 (8 juin 2025)
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Ce qui fonctionne pareil
- Both are free, open‑source, cross‑platform media players that support a wide range of codecs and formats without extra installs.
- Both can play network streams and handle external subtitle files.
- Both offer keyboard shortcuts and customizable playback controls.
- Both receive regular updates and are available through major Linux package managers.
- Both support casting to external devices via standard protocols.
Ce qui change
- SMPlayer bundles its own codecs, so no external codec packs are required; VLC relies on system or third‑party libraries.
- SMPlayer lacks VLC’s built‑in transcoding and advanced filter chain configuration.
- SMPlayer does not provide the extensive plugin architecture that VLC offers for network protocols and streaming protocols.
- SMPlayer’s UI is simpler and less feature‑dense; VLC offers more advanced playback options and a broader set of media tools.
- SMPlayer does not natively support some specialized streaming protocols (e.g., RTSP over certain authentication schemes) that VLC does.
Ouvrir vos fichiers VLC
Both players can open standard media files and playlists. SMPlayer can open VLC playlist files (.xspf, .m3u, .pls) and vice versa. There is no special export format in SMPlayer; it simply plays files. If you need to convert files, both rely on external tools like ffmpeg; SMPlayer does not perform conversion natively.
Passer de VLC à SMPlayer, étape par étape
- Install SMPlayer via your distro’s package manager or Flathub.
- Open your existing media files or playlists with SMPlayer; it will remember previous settings automatically.
- Configure keyboard shortcuts in SMPlayer’s settings to match your VLC shortcuts if desired.
- If you use VLC’s advanced transcoding or streaming features, consider installing ffmpeg separately for those tasks.
- Keep VLC installed if you need its plugin or protocol support, otherwise uninstall it to free space.
Fonctionnalités clés de SMPlayer
- Codecs intégrés pour presque tous les formats vidéo et audio
- Mémorise la position de lecture et les paramètres pour chaque fichier
- Permet de lire des vidéos directement depuis YouTube
- Recherche et téléchargement automatique de sous-titres
- Diffusion de médias vers des appareils externes comme smartphones et tablettes
- Aucun pack de codecs externe requis
- Disponible via Flathub et les gestionnaires de paquets natifs
Installer SMPlayer sous Linux
flatpak install flathub info.smplayer.SMPlayersudo apt install smplayersudo apt install smplayersudo dnf install smplayersudo pacman -S smplayersudo zypper install smplayerQuestions fréquentes
Does SMPlayer support all formats VLC does?
SMPlayer supports virtually all common audio and video formats out of the box thanks to its built‑in codecs. It may miss some very obscure or proprietary formats that VLC can handle via external libraries, but for everyday use the coverage is essentially the same.
Can I use SMPlayer to stream from a network source?
Yes, SMPlayer can play network streams (HTTP, RTSP, etc.) just like VLC. However, for some advanced streaming protocols or authentication methods you may need VLC or additional tools.
Is SMPlayer lighter than VLC?
SMPlayer is generally lighter because it bundles codecs and has a simpler UI. It does not include VLC’s extensive plugin set, which reduces memory usage but also limits some advanced features.
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