These are the basics on the Potplayer features. You will note that this is the basic overview of the player. This covers the subtitles, LAV filters as well as the HEVC codec for the player. See also how to record a video on the Potplayer as well as how to customise the skins on the media player.
Potplayer Features
The Potplayer features have been added below.
Setup PotPlayer + External LAV Filters
Many will install the Potplayer setting with external LAV Filters enhances the playback quality and compatibility. So let’s begin by installing PotPlayer and then download the LAV Filters package from GitHub. After installing the LAV Filters. You will need to open PotPlayer and access the preferences menu by pressing `F5`. Likewise you will need to navigate to “Filter Control” and select “Filter Priority”. Note that from here you will need to add LAV Filters for both video and audio decoding. Likewise you will need to ensure they are set as preferred filters. In addition adjust specific filter settings by selecting “Built-in Codec/DXVA Settings” as well as configuring options like hardware acceleration and video renderer. Lastly you will note that by using LAV Filters with PotPlayer provides better performance and supports additional formats, ensuring a smoother and more versatile media playback experience. This setup is particularly beneficial for users who require high-quality playback for a wide range of video and audio codecs.
PotPlayer Subtitles
So let’s look at the PotPlayer which offers extensive subtitle support, Many users who watch foreign films or content with closed captions. So if you wish to load the subtitles in PotPlayer. You can simply drag and drop the subtitle file (e.g., SRT, ASS, SSA) onto the player while the video is still playing the video. Alternatively, use the `Alt + O` shortcut to open the subtitle file manually. Likewise PotPlayer also allows customization of subtitle appearance. These would include the font type, size, color as well as the position on the screen. You can ginf these options are accessible through the preferences menu (`F5`) under “Subtitle” settings. In addition users can also synchronize subtitles if they are out of sync with the video. Likewise, using the subtitle sync feature (`Shift + ,` or `Shift + .`). PotPlayer’s ability to handle multiple subtitle files and advanced subtitle rendering makes it a versatile tool for enjoying subtitled media content seamlessly.
PotPlayer HEVC/H.265 Codec
You will note that the PotPlayer also excels at playing high-efficiency video coding (HEVC/H.265) content. This codec is well known for its superior compression as well as the high-quality playback. Likewise the Potplayer HEVC/H.265 is ideal for 4K and UHD videos. This mainly due to its efficiency in reducing file sizes while maintaining the high quality of the video. In addition, the PotPlayer supports HEVC/H.265 out of the box, but performance can be enhanced by configuring hardware acceleration. In order to do this, open the preferences menu (`F5`), navigate to “Built-in Codec/DXVA Settings,” and enable hardware acceleration. This can be DXVA2 or Nvidia CUVID depending on your graphics card. This setup offloads the decoding process to the GPU, ensuring smoother playback, especially for high-resolution videos. PotPlayer’s robust handling of HEVC/H.265 content makes it a preferred choice for users who demand high-quality video playback with efficient file size management, optimizing both viewing experience and storage use.
Record a Video in PotPlayer
See the PotPlayer also includes a built-in video recorder. This allows users to capture their favorite moments from videos as well as from live streams. So now if you wish to record a video, start by playing the video you want to capture. Likewise access the recording feature by right-clicking on the video screen. Then selecting “Video” from the context menu, and then choosing “Record Video.” Alternatively, you can now also use the keyboard shortcut `Alt + C` to open the recording control panel. So from here, you can select the recording format as well as the quality of the video and choose the destination folder. Lastly you can also click the “Start” button to begin recording and “Stop” to end it. PotPlayer also allows scheduled recordings for users. mainflt for those who want to capture live streams at specific times. The recorded video is saved to the chosen directory and can be played back or edited as needed. This feature is particularly useful for content creators and users who wish to save video content for offline viewing.
PotPlayer Appearance
The PotPlayer also offers extensive customization options to personalize its appearance to suit your preferences. I have shown on this website how you as a user can change the Potplayer’s skin. This by downloading and applying different themes available on various online forums. Likewise to change the skin. You will need to open the preferences menu (`F5`), then navigate to “General,” and then select “Skin/Logo/Color” settings. Likewise here, you can browse and apply different skins. Additionally, users can also now customize the interface layout. You will note that this also includes the placement and visibility of control panels, the playlist, as well as subtitle panels. PotPlayer also allows color adjustment for the interface, enabling users to match the player’s appearance with their system theme or personal taste. These customization options make PotPlayer not only a powerful media player but also an aesthetically pleasing one, providing a personalized and enjoyable media playback experience.
Visualization in PotPlayer
PotPlayer also supports visualizations. This is used in order to enhancing the audio playback experience with dynamic and engaging visuals. Likewise you can also activate visualizations as well as play an audio file and right-click on the player window. Additionally you will need to select “Visualizations” from the context menu and then choose from the available options. These can be spectrum analyzers, waveforms, as well as other animated visual effects. Users can download additional visualizations online and add them to PotPlayer to expand the selection. Visualizations can be customized through the preferences menu (`F5`) under “Audio” settings, where you can adjust the visualization type, color scheme, and other visual effects settings. Visualizations in PotPlayer not only add a visually appealing element to audio playback but also help in visualizing audio frequencies and dynamics, enhancing the overall listening experience.
How to Use PotPlayer
Using PotPlayer is straightforward, thanks to its user-friendly interface and comprehensive feature set. After installing PotPlayer, open the application and load a media file by dragging and dropping it into the player window or using the `Ctrl + O` shortcut to browse for files. Playback controls are intuitive, with buttons for play, pause, stop, and volume adjustment. Access advanced settings by pressing `F5` to open the preferences menu, where you can configure video, audio, subtitle, and other options. Right-clicking on the player window brings up a context menu with additional features such as aspect ratio adjustment, screen capture, and playback speed control. PotPlayer supports keyboard shortcuts for quick access to various functions, enhancing usability for power users. Whether you are watching videos, listening to music, or streaming content, PotPlayer provides a seamless and customizable media playback experience. Lastly also see the Media Player Classic + External LAV Filters as well as the article which I wrote on the Xvid Codec for Potplayer as well.
