#Syncplay media manual#

Files are the same – just waiting for people to be ready If the same file name with the same length is opened, you’ll see the below. File name, size and duration is not the same you’ve loaded a different file. You’ll get a notification if the file is not the same, such as the below. Make sure that everyone loads the same file with the same name. To start playing a video, go to Syncplay -> File -> Open Media File -> and navigate and load your file. In my case, we’re two people in the room. Syncplay will show the below screen, and your media player should start. Once you’re done – hit “Store configuration and run Syncplay”. I also recommend “Enable shared playlists” but this is completely optional.I’m using VLC – find the path of the application and save it. Path to media player -> Here, we’re telling Syncplay which application to use to play videos.Just pick a fancy name which is unique to you. Default Room -> This should be unique so that only your friends can join.Username -> Just your name so your friends can know who is who.Server Address -> Pick one from the list above.Syncplay provides free servers to connect to, here’s a list: You’ll need a server so that everyone can connect and play. Once you’ve downloaded it, fire the app up. In my case, we’ve tried it on both Windows and Mac and it was great. Let’s set it up! -Firstly, go to and download your version. It works with modern playback tools I’ve tested this tool with VLC and it was great. Syncplay is a free tool that allows you to synchronize what video you’re watching, even if you are miles away.

#Syncplay media manual#

You can take the silly and manual way and say – 3,2,1, PLAY! That may work, but if someone needs to pause, you’ll need to go through that silly 3,2,1 again! What if there are tools to help you out? You might want to watch some videos in sync with your loved ones.

Let’s face it – staying at home under quarantine and lockdown due to COVID-19 is not fun at all.