How to Stop VLC from Showing Recent
Are you tired of VLC Media Player constantly displaying a list of your recently played files every time you open it? This feature can be quite intrusive, especially if you prefer to keep your media library private. If you’re looking for a way to disable this recent files list in VLC, you’ve come to the right place. In this article, we’ll guide you through the steps to stop VLC from showing recent files.
1. Open VLC Media Player
First, launch VLC Media Player on your computer. If you haven’t installed it yet, you can download it from the official VLC website.
2. Access the Preferences Menu
Once VLC is open, click on the “Tools” menu at the top of the window and select “Preferences” from the dropdown menu. This will open the Preferences window.
3. Navigate to the Interface Section
In the Preferences window, you’ll see several tabs on the left-hand side. Click on the “Interface” tab to access the settings related to the VLC interface.
4. Disable the Recent Files List
In the Interface section, you’ll find a setting called “Show recent files list.” By default, this option is enabled. To disable it, simply uncheck the box next to “Show recent files list.” This will prevent VLC from displaying the list of recent files in the media library.
5. Save and Close Preferences
After disabling the recent files list, click the “Save” button at the bottom of the Preferences window to apply the changes. Then, close the Preferences window by clicking the “Close” button.
6. Restart VLC
To ensure that the changes take effect, it’s a good idea to restart VLC Media Player. Close VLC and then open it again to see the updated interface without the recent files list.
Conclusion
By following these simple steps, you can easily stop VLC from showing recent files in the media library. This will help you maintain your privacy and have a cleaner interface for your media player. If you ever decide to re-enable the recent files list, simply repeat the steps above and check the box next to “Show recent files list.
