For some reason, when compiz is running VLC does not show any video. I found the work around to the issue by following the below instructions
- Start VLC and click on Settings -> Preferences.
- Expand Video -> Output modules.
- Select Output modules, and check the checkbox at the bottom right that says Advanced options.
- Select the option to select a different output device. Pick X11 video output, click on Save.
thank you so much, i have had problems with this for a while!
Comment by fredrik — May 6, 2008 @ 7:15 pm |
[...] to change to an x11 setting in those video players. Indeed: you are right once more. Taken from Display Video in VLC when using compiz is enabled. « ~ Mayank Johri’s Tips ~ (it applies to OpenSuse 11.0 too): 1. Start VLC and click on Settings -> Preferences. 2. Expand [...]
Pingback by OpenSuse 11.0 post-installation issues no videos, no midi - Page 3 - openSUSE Forums — July 4, 2008 @ 3:45 pm |
Worked perfectly! I had to stop and re-start my currently running video, and it displayed fine.
Thanks a ton for this!
Comment by Tom — July 15, 2008 @ 1:13 pm |
Perfect! Thanks for the tip, man
Comment by astro — August 14, 2008 @ 1:55 pm |