VLC Media Player not only supports a wide range of media formats but also offers numerous customization options, from installing plugins and extensions to enhancing the functionality and user experience of VLC Media Player.
However, there may come a time when you want to remove a specific extension for various reasons, such as compatibility issues or simply no longer using the extension. In this guide, we will walk you through the process of removing extensions from VLC Media Player on the Windows operating system and macOS.
Remove Extensions from VLC Media Player on Windows
No doubt; that extensions and add-ons enhance the user experience of the VLC Media Player. However, if there are plugins or extensions that you no longer use, it is better to remove them.
Here are the steps to remove VLC add-ons (plugins or extensions):
1. Open the VLC Media Player.
2. Click on the Tools tab from the top menu bar.
3. Then select the Plugins and Extensions option from the drop-down menu.

4. It will open the plugins and extensions window. Click on the Addons Manager tab. Here, you will see a list of the addons installed in VLC.
5. To remove them, double-click on the name of the plugin/extension and click on the Uninstall button.

6. After removing the extension, it is recommended to restart the VLC Media Player for the changes to take effect.
7. Close the Addons Manager window, and then relaunch the VLC Media Player. This will ensure that the extension is completely removed from the player.
Uninstall Extensions on VLC on macOS
Uninstalling extensions on VLC Media Player on macOS is as straightforward as installing extensions and add-ons. Here’s how:
1. Open VLC Media Player on your Mac and from the menu click on the Addons Manager option.

2. Navigate to the Addons Manager window. Here, click on the Show only installed extensions option.
3. Select the extension you want to remove and click on Uninstall.

4. After that, restart the VLC application.
Conclusion
That’s it! This is how you can remove Extensions from VLC. However, if you prefer, you can also reset all the settings to their default configurations, restoring VLC Media Player to its original state. This can be useful if you’re experiencing persistent issues or simply want to start fresh with the default settings.