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Hi all!
According to the documentation, the timestamp following vlcsnap- in snapshots filename is the current date and time, but I've just noticed that they're completely wrong.
For example, I've just made a screenshot, and the file name is vlcsnap-5046-10-28-20h08m37s183, where I guess 5046 is the year (!!!).
So, where does VLC get date and time? How can I fix that?

Thanks!

Ok, I've just discovered this happens only with 64 bit version, not 32 bit version.

Yes, this is the reason why we do not advise to use the 64bits version.

Well, apart that, it works great with me.
Why is it among the downloads, then? It's not beta.

Hi,

Is this the one and only reason?

It would seem minor not to have the benefits of 64-Bit. Especially when, unlike other Media Players, VLC doesn't rely on external codecs. It's strange VLC haven't at least put a 64-Bit download on their website. I found it on their FTP site.

I'm considering switching to 64-Bit want to be sure this is the only issue.

Well, I've been using it for months, and, as far I'm concerned, that's the only issue I have found.
You can download it here:
https://www.videolan.org/vlc/download-windows.html

It's a bit hidden though: you have to click on the arrow close to "Download VLC", which will open a menu and download "Installer for 64bit version".

Thanks Mr Wolf. It's good to see they are advertising it to some extent.

Usually you need to use 32-bit media players for codec reasons (like Media Player Classic) but VLC's codecs are all built-in.