How Rotate Video VLC Save

Rotating a video in VLC is a straightforward process that can be completed with a few steps, allowing you to adjust the orientation of your videos to the desired angle. Here’s a detailed guide on how to rotate a video in VLC and save the changes.

Opening and Preparing the Video

1. Launch VLC Media Player: Open VLC on your computer, whether you are using Windows, Mac, or another operating system.
2. Open the Video File: Go to Media > Open File and select the video you want to rotate. Alternatively, you can press Ctrl + O (Windows) or Cmd + O (Mac) to open the file explorer and select your video.

Applying the Rotation

1. Access Effects and Filters:
   • Navigate to Tools > Effects and Filters to open the Adjustments and Effects window. You can also use the shortcut Ctrl + E (Windows) or Cmd + E (Mac).
2. Select Video Effects:
   • In the Adjustments and Effects window, go to the Video Effects tab and then select the Geometry sub-tab.
3. Enable Transformation:
   • Check the Transform box to enable video rotation. Here, you can select from predefined angles such as 90, 180, or 270 degrees. If you need a custom angle, check the Rotate box and adjust the angle dialer accordingly.

Saving the Rotated Video

1. Access Preferences for Saving:
   • To save the rotated video, you need to configure VLC to apply the transformation filter during the conversion process. Go to Tools > Preferences and set Show settings to All.
2. Enable Video Transformation Filter:
   • Navigate to Stream output > Sout stream > Transcode. Under Video filter, check the Video transformation filter box. Click Save to apply these changes.
3. Convert and Save the Video:
   • Go back to the main menu and select Media > Convert / Save. Click Add to add the video you rotated, then click Convert / Save again. In the Convert window, ensure that Convert is selected and choose the desired output format. Click Browse to select a destination folder, enter a name for your video, and click Save. Finally, click Start to begin the conversion process.

Additional Tips

• Restart VLC for Changes to Take Effect: If you find that the rotation is not applied immediately, you may need to restart VLC and reopen the video file after applying the transformation filter.
• Automatic Rotation for Future Videos: If you want VLC to automatically apply the rotation to all future videos, follow the steps above to set the transformation filter in the preferences. This way, any new video you open will be rotated according to your settings.

Rotating Videos on Mac and Android

On Mac

1. Alternative Method for Mac:
   • For Mac users, you can also access the rotation settings directly from the menu. Go to VLC > Preferences, click Show All, and navigate to Video > Filters to set the rotation angle. Alternatively, go to Window > Video Filters and adjust the settings in the Geometry tab.

On Android

1. Rotate Video in VLC for Android:
   • Open the VLC for Android app and select the video you want to rotate.
   • Tap the Menu button and go to Settings.
   • Find Video screen orientation and choose from the options: Automatic (sensor), Locked at start, Landscape, or Portrait.

By following these steps, you can easily rotate your videos in VLC and save the changes, ensuring your videos are always displayed in the correct orientation.