SMPlayer for Linux

A great media player

Overview

SMPlayer is a free media player designed for Linux users.

It can play almost all video and audio files without requiring extra codec installations.

This means you don’t have to look for or download additional software to watch or listen to your media.

Just install SMPlayer and you’re ready to go.

The player works well with many types of audio and video formats.

It also lets you play YouTube videos directly inside the app, which is helpful if you want to watch online content without opening a browser.

Another useful feature is its subtitle support.

You can search for subtitles within the app and download them for your videos, making it easier to follow along.

SMPlayer also supports casting to other devices like smartphones and tablets.

This allows you to share what you are watching on bigger or different screens with ease.

Plus, it remembers the settings and where you left off the last time you played a file.

When you return to a video or audio track, SMPlayer picks up right where you stopped, keeping your volume, brightness, and subtitle settings the same.

While SMPlayer offers many helpful features, it’s a good idea to check if it fits well with your specific workflow and preferences.

This Linux media player is suited for users looking for a safe and reliable solution to play most media formats without extra hassle.

Pros

  • Plays virtually all video and audio formats without needing external codecs.
  • Supports playing YouTube videos, subtitle search and download, and casting to external devices.
  • Remembers settings of previously played files for seamless resuming.

Cons

  • Evaluate compatibility with your workflow and preferences.

Software details

Platform
Linux
Free license
Yes
Project license
GPL-2.0-or-later
Mobile friendly
No
Bug tracker
https://github.com/smplayer-dev/smplayer/issues
Translate
https://www.transifex.com/rvm/smplayer/

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