diff --git a/sources/tech/20191214 Make VLC More Awesome With These Simple Tips.md b/sources/tech/20191214 Make VLC More Awesome With These Simple Tips.md
new file mode 100644
index 0000000000..de91a1105b
--- /dev/null
+++ b/sources/tech/20191214 Make VLC More Awesome With These Simple Tips.md	
@@ -0,0 +1,131 @@
+[#]: collector: (lujun9972)
+[#]: translator: ( )
+[#]: reviewer: ( )
+[#]: publisher: ( )
+[#]: url: ( )
+[#]: subject: (Make VLC More Awesome With These Simple Tips)
+[#]: via: (https://itsfoss.com/simple-vlc-tips/)
+[#]: author: (Ankush Das https://itsfoss.com/author/ankush/)
+
+Make VLC More Awesome With These Simple Tips
+======
+
+[VLC][1] is one of the [best open source video players][2], if not the best. What most people don’t know about it is that it is a lot more than just a video player.
+
+You can do a lot of complex tasks like broadcasting live videos, capturing devices etc. Just open its menu and you’ll see how many options it has.
+
+It’s FOSS has a detailed tutorial discussing some of the [pro VLC tricks][3] but those are way too complicated for normal users.
+
+This is why I am writing another article to show you some of the simple tips that you can use with VLC.
+
+### Do more with VLC with these simple tips
+
+Let’s see what can you do with VLC other than just playing a video file.
+
+#### 1\. Watch YouTube videos with VLC
+
+![][4]
+
+If you do not want to watch the annoying advertisements on [YouTube][5] or simply want a distraction-free experience for watching a YouTube video, you can use VLC.
+
+Yes, it is very easy to stream a YouTube video on VLC.
+
+Simply launch the VLC player, head to the Media settings and click on “**Open Network Stream**” or **CTRL + N** as a shortcut to that.
+
+![][6]
+
+Next, you just have to paste the URL of the video that you want to watch. There are some options to tweak – usually, you should not bother using them. But, if you are curious you can click on the “**Advanced options**” to explore.
+
+You can also add subtitles to the YouTube videos this way. However, an easier way to [watch YouTube or any online video with subtitles is using Penguin subtitle player][7].
+
+#### 2\. Convert videos to different formats
+
+![][8]
+
+You can [use ffmpeg to convert videos in Linux command line][9]. You can also use a graphical tool like [HandBrake to convert video formats][10].
+
+But if you do not want a separate app to transcode videos, you can use VLC media player to get the job done.
+
+To do that, just head on to the Media option on VLC and then click on “**Convert/Save**” or press CTRL + R as a shortcut to get there while you have VLC media player active.
+
+Next, you will need to either import the video from your computer/disk or paste the URL of the video that you want to save/convert.
+
+Whatever your input source is – just hit the “**Convert/Save**” button after selecting the file.
+
+Now, you will find another window that gives you the option to change the “**Profile**” from the settings. Click on it and choose a format that you’d like the video to be converted to (and saved).
+
+You can also change the storage path for the converted file by setting the destination folder at the bottom of the screen before converting it.
+
+#### 3\. Record Audio/Video From Source
+
+![Vlc Advanced Controls][11]
+
+Do you want to record the audio/video you’re playing on VLC Media Player?
+
+If yes, there’s an easy solution to that. Simply navigate your way through **View->click on “Advanced Controls”**.
+
+Once you do that, you should observe new buttons (including a red record button in your VLC player).
+
+#### 4\. Download subtitles automatically
+
+![][12]
+
+Yes, you can [automatically download subtitles with VLC][13]. You do not even have to look for it on a separate website. You just have to navigate your way to **View->VLSub**.
+
+By default, it is deactivated, so when you click on the option it gets activated and lets you search/download the subtitles you wanted.
+
+[VLC also lets you synchronize the subtitles][14] with simple keyboard shortcuts.
+
+#### 5\. Take A Snapshot
+
+![][15]
+
+With VLC, you can get some screenshots/images of the video while watching it.
+
+You just need to right-click on the player while the video is playing/paused, you will notice a bunch of options now, navigate through **Video->Take Snapshot**.
+
+If you have an old version installed, you might observe the snapshot option right after performing a right-click.
+
+#### Bonus Tip: Add Audio/Video Effects to a video
+
+From the menu, go to the “**Tools**” option. Now, click on “**Effects and Filters**” or simply press **CTRL + E** from the VLC player window to open up the option.
+
+Here, you can observe audio effects and video effects that you can add to your video. You may not be able to see all the changes in real-time, so you will have to tweak it and save it in order to see what happens.
+
+![][16]
+
+I’ll suggest keeping a backup of the original video before you modify the video.
+
+#### What’s your favorite VLC tip?
+
+I shared some of my favourite VLC tips. Do you know some cool tip that you use regularly with VLC? Why not share it with us? I may add it to the list here.
+
+--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
+
+via: https://itsfoss.com/simple-vlc-tips/
+
+作者：[Ankush Das][a]
+选题：[lujun9972][b]
+译者：[译者ID](https://github.com/译者ID)
+校对：[校对者ID](https://github.com/校对者ID)
+
+本文由 [LCTT](https://github.com/LCTT/TranslateProject) 原创编译，[Linux中国](https://linux.cn/) 荣誉推出
+
+[a]: https://itsfoss.com/author/ankush/
+[b]: https://github.com/lujun9972
+[1]: https://www.videolan.org/
+[2]: https://itsfoss.com/video-players-linux/
+[3]: https://itsfoss.com/vlc-pro-tricks-linux/
+[4]: https://i1.wp.com/itsfoss.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/youtube-video-stream.jpg?ssl=1
+[5]: https://www.youtube.com/
+[6]: https://i1.wp.com/itsfoss.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/youtube-video-play.jpg?ssl=1
+[7]: https://itsfoss.com/penguin-subtitle-player/
+[8]: https://i0.wp.com/itsfoss.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/vlc-video-convert.jpg?ssl=1
+[9]: https://itsfoss.com/ffmpeg/
+[10]: https://itsfoss.com/handbrake/
+[11]: https://i0.wp.com/itsfoss.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/vlc-advanced-controls.png?ssl=1
+[12]: https://i1.wp.com/itsfoss.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/vlc-subtitles-automatic.png?ssl=1
+[13]: https://itsfoss.com/download-subtitles-automatically-vlc-media-player-ubuntu/
+[14]: https://itsfoss.com/how-to-synchronize-subtitles-with-movie-quick-tip/
+[15]: https://i1.wp.com/itsfoss.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/vlc-snapshot.png?ssl=1
+[16]: https://i1.wp.com/itsfoss.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/vlc-effects-screenshot.jpg?ssl=1