whats on tech
TRENDING
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • About Jenny
  • Apps
  • Gadgets
  • Software
  • Internet
  • Fix
  • Gaming
  • Alternatives
  • Write For Us
  • Contact Us
SUBSCRIBE
  • Home
  • About Jenny
  • Apps
  • Gadgets
  • Software
  • Internet
  • Fix
  • Gaming
  • Alternatives
  • Write For Us
  • Contact Us
No Result
View All Result
Whats on tech
No Result
View All Result
Home Internet

VLC is unable to open the MRL? [ERROR FIXED]

by Jenny Crimson
September 17, 2020
in Internet
0
vlc is unable to open the mrl
0
SHARES
53
VIEWS
Share on FacebookShare on Twitter

VLC is one of the oldest and most popularly known media players. It can be downloaded easily from the internet. There are a couple of platforms that can help you download this player easily. It supports a wide range of audio as well as video file formats. From the ones you download to the ones you record you can play them all using this single application. However, there are times when a few files don’t open. This includes MRL qtsound, Bluray, dshow or network stream.

Tips to try when a dialog box prompts, “VLC is unable to open MRL”

1. Restart your computer

This is not specific to VLC. it could be any software or application that you are running. This refreshes your system and makes sure that corrupt or incompleteness that cause hindrance in opening your file is eliminated. This is not a solution, however, it is better to start simple and check if things can be fixed easily.

Most of the time, an issue like this arises in downloaded files. When the file is not located on your computer, a part of the file that you are trying to open might have been corrupted or missing. This might prevent the file from opening. The following tips will help you open a file that shows error or difficulty while opening using VLC media player.

2. Check the source file

In most cases, the issue might be due to the source media file. The first tip that we would suggest is to check if the source file is complete and not corrupt. To check for this, try playing the media file using some other media players. Copy the URL from which you are trying to play, paste it on your browser and try playing it using a different media player. If the file doesn’t run even on the other media players, then probably, the error is with the source file. In this case, you have to look for an alternative source file.

3. Putting the Firewall off

The firewall in some cases might also prevent access to the media file. You have to turn off the Firewall to open the file using VLC media player. For this, Open up the settings, either using the shortcut, “Windows key+I” or by using the search box. In the settings, search for Windows Defender Firewall. Select the file to see if the Windows Firewall is On or Off. If the Firewall is active, turn it off by clicking on, “Turn Windows Firewall on or off” from the left side of the screen.

After turning off the Firewall, check if the media file you tried to open works. If you still face the same error, then you can turn the firewall on and exempt VLC from the list of applications that firewall defends. You can do this by searching for the firewall. Once you open this, click on “Allow an app” option. From the list, select VLC to allow it to communicate over the Firewall. You can restrict this further by checking boxes from “Private and Public” options. By doing so, you allow both authentic as well as non-secure sources to work. Click OK and close the window. This can also help eliminate the error issue faced while opening the MRL file.

4. Putting your antivirus off

In a few cases, the antivirus you use may stop the opening of your file. Different types of anti-virus have to be put off using different steps. For instance, if you are using Windows security, then you will have to open Settings from which you will have to pick the “Update and security“ option. Select windows security and then “Virus and threat protection”. Within which you have to select the Manage settings option. Put off the real-time protection. Close the tabs and try opening your desired file to check if it works.

Start – Settings > Update & Security – Windows Security – Virus & threat protection > Manage settings

If you are using any other file, other than Windows Defender, look for the disable or turn-off options from the anti-virus software to stop your antivirus from preventing the opening of your file. Following which, you have to check if the issue with VLC persists.

5. Uninstall and reinstall VLC

There are a few cases, where a few sub-files in VLC might be corrupted. To make sure that there are no missing or corrupted files, you can uninstall the application and reinstall it again.

Search for the VLC file from the list of Program files available on your computer, RIght click and select the “Uninstall/Change” option. Proceed further by accepting any dialog prompts that pop-up. Further, if your computer prompts for a restart, then restart your computer. Once it is done, download a fresh file of VLC. you should download from official websites and the latest version to avoid any bugs and errors.

https://www.videolan.org/vlc/

You can simply use the above-mentioned link to download the latest version of VLC. this makes sure that no files are corrupt or missing and your media player is working just fine.

After reinstalling the new version, try if the file of your choice opens in VLC. in most cases, the issue would have been sorted out by now.

6. Claim Ownership of files

If you still find the issue with VLC that prompts, “VLC is unable to open MRL file”, then the last thing you can try is to claim ownership of the file that you are trying to open. As mentioned earlier, this issue is mainly faced by media files that you have downloaded. So to sort this ownership issue, right-click on the media file that shows the error. Click on the properties option and open the security tab. Click on the advanced button in the permissions. On the box next to it, type, “Administrator” and select OK.

Check the box Replace all child object permission entries and Click apply.

Once you do this, recheck with the media file, if the issue has been cleared off. In most cases, the problem either occurs due to corrupt files. Reinstalling VLC and proper downloading of the media file can help in resolving the “vlc is unable to open the mrl” error. After every step, check if the file of your interest can play using VLC. By following these simple steps you can overcome difficulties in opening an MRL file in VLC.

ShareTweetShare

Related Posts

Does cable television depend on the Internet to work?
Internet

Does cable television depend on the Internet to work?

February 11, 2021
Best Ways to Scrape the Web
Internet

Best Ways to Scrape the Web in 2021

February 4, 2021
install a VPN on a firestick
Internet

How to Install a VPN on Amazon Fire TV Stick

February 3, 2021
The Best Mozilla Firefox Add-Ons for Your Browser
Internet

The Best Mozilla Firefox Add-Ons for Your Browser

January 20, 2021
What is Madras Rockers.Net? Explained
Internet

What is Madras Rockers.Net? Explained

December 11, 2020
Uwatchfreemovies
Internet

Uwatchfreemovies: Explained With Alternatives

December 7, 2020
Next Post
How to Protect Your Personal Information and Identity Online

How to Protect Your Personal Information and Identity Online

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

  • 3.2k Fan
  • 284 Follower
  • About Whatsontech
  • Write For Us
  • Advertise
  • Contact Us
  • Terms and Conditions
  • Editorial Policy

DISCLAIMER
This demo site is only for demonstration purposes to JNews WordPress theme.
© 2018 JNews. All right go to their respective owners

No Result
View All Result
  • Homepages
    • Home – Layout 1

© 2020 JNews - Premium WordPress news & magazine theme by Jegtheme.