How to Use the Top Left Screen Video Area Selection Box in VLC Media Player

Using Top Left Screen Video Area Selection Box in VLC Media Player

VLC Media Player is a popular open-source media player known for its versatility and flexibility. One of its unique features is the ability to select a specific area of the video and display it in a miniature player box at the top left of the screen. This article will guide you through using this feature and provide an in-depth understanding of the key concepts and components involved.

Subtitles and Video Area Selection

When watching videos, subtitles can be crucial for understanding the dialog. However, subtitles can sometimes cover important parts of the video, especially if the video has small text or fast-paced action. VLC's Top Left Screen Video Area Selection Box feature allows you to select a specific area of the video and display it in a resizable and movable box at the top left of the screen. This enables you to view the subtitles and the selected video area simultaneously.

Right-click on the video -> Video -> Rectangle selection

How to Select a Video Area

To use the Top Left Screen Video Area Selection Box feature, follow these steps:

1. Open the video you want to watch in VLC Media Player.
2. Right-click on the video and select "Video" from the context menu.
3. From the drop-down menu, choose "Rectangle selection."

Now, you can drag a rectangle around the area of the video you want to focus on. The selected video area will appear in a miniature player box at the top left of the screen, allowing you to view it independently from the rest of the video.

Drag rectangle around the desired area

Additional Notes

The Top Left Screen Video Area Selection Box feature in VLC Media Player has the following characteristics:

• The selected video area plays independently of the main video, allowing you to watch the subtitles and the selected area simultaneously.
• The position and size of the Top Left Screen Video Area Selection Box can be adjusted by clicking and dragging the box.
• To exit the rectangle selection mode, right-click on the video and select "Video" -> "Cancel rectangle selection."

References

• Type: Online Resource | Name: "VLC media player" | URL: Videolan.org
• Type: Book | Name: "VLC Media Player: The unofficial guide to one of the world's most popular media players" | Author: Gerald McFarland | Publisher: Packt Publishing