How to Install dvd codec linux

Got it — you want to install a DVD codec on Linux so you can play DVDs properly.

Here’s the quick guide:

1. Install VLC Media Player

VLC usually comes with DVD support built-in.

On Ubuntu/Debian:

sudo apt update
sudo apt install vlc

On Fedora:

sudo dnf install vlc

On Arch/Manjaro:

sudo pacman -S vlc

2. Install libdvdcss (Important for encrypted DVDs)

Most DVDs are encrypted, so you must install libdvdcss (the decryption library).

On Ubuntu/Debian: First, enable the “universe” repository if it’s not already:

sudo add-apt-repository universe
sudo apt update

Then install:

sudo apt install libdvd-pkg
sudo dpkg-reconfigure libdvd-pkg

It will download and compile libdvdcss automatically.

On Fedora: You need RPM Fusion repository first:

sudo dnf install https://download1.rpmfusion.org/free/fedora/rpmfusion-free-release-$(rpm -E %fedora).noarch.rpm

Then:

sudo dnf install libdvdcss

On Arch/Manjaro: Install it from AUR:

pamac build libdvdcss

(or use yay if you have it)

3. (Optional) Install Extra DVD Libraries

For better support:

sudo apt install libdvdread8 libdvdnav4

(Adjust package names for Fedora or Arch.)

Summary

• Install VLC (easy media player)
• Install libdvdcss (for encrypted DVDs)
• Install libdvdread/libdvdnav (for extra compatibility)

Then insert your DVD and open it with VLC:
VLC > Media > Open Disc

Would you like me to also show how to automatically mount and play DVDs as soon as you insert them? 🚀