How to Hide VLC Player Controls

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When you using VLC as normal mode, the control panel can sometimes get in the way. Fortunately, it's simple to hide. Start at Step 1 to learn how.

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  1. Videos on PC.png
    1
    Select a video from your computer.
  2. Open A video with VLC Player.png
    2
    Open the video with VLC Player. Right-click on the video, click Open with from the option and select VLC Media Player.
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  3. VLC; Normal window.png
    3
    Use the keyboard shortcut. Just press Ctrl+H to hide the control panel.
  4. Hide VLC Player Controls.png
    4
    Now enjoy the video without the control panel. Press Ctrl+H one more time to show the control panel. Finished!
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