Step 1: Verify that the URL source is operational.
First and foremost, it is critical that you verify that the URL you are attempting to access is in fact operational before moving on to the next stages.
Important because the VLC is unable to load MRL file problem is most frequently encountered when accessing online resources and other URL-based material.
- Navigate to the File menu and select Open Network Stream.
- Then copy the URL that you’re trying to access from the stream into your text editor.
- Copy and paste the URL into another video player to test if the video begins to play.
- The fact that the URL source does not work in other apps indicates that the problem is not with your VLC media player, but rather with the source itself.
Step 2: Disable the Firewall settings of any third-party applications you use.
Because of overprotective firewalls, the VLC is unable to open the MRL file error is a common occurrence.
When using a firewall, it is possible that the necessary portals required by your VLC media player to correctly stream the source are blocked.
The solution to this problem is as simple as going to- If you are using AVG Antivirus, you can simply go to-
- Firewall > Tools / Firewall Configuration (optional).
- Then, on the left-hand side, click on the Applications button.
- After that, navigate to the right-hand bar and modify the action for the VLC media player, then click Allow for everyone.
Step 3: Assume ownership of the file.
Do you want to know what’s the finest part?
Some users have reported that claiming file ownership of a file that was opened with the VLC is unable to open the MRLerror has helped them to resolve the problem.
Here’s a quick walkthrough of the process of claiming file ownership:
- Right-click on the file that contains the problem and select Properties from the drop-down menu.
- On on the Security tab in the Properties menu, and then click the Advanced button to expand the options.
- At the top of the page, click the Change button.
- After that, in the box next to Enter the object name, type “Administrator” to complete the process. Select the option and press OK.
- After that, check the box that states Replace all child object permission entries with inheritable permission entries from this object, and then click on the Save button.
- With the permissions updated, test whether you are able to access the files without encountering the VLC is unable to open the MRLerror any longer.
Concluding Remarks
I sincerely hope that I was able to resolve your problem within 10 minutes, as I had stated previously.
Please let me know in the comments section which of those three processes was the most successful for you!
Please let me know if you require any additional assistance with a specific situation. I will, without a doubt, reply to your concern.
Always be Updated with us visit GeeksULTD for Real-time Updates.
