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VLC does not rely on Microsoft's codec packs. It comes with its own pre-installed codecs. So, if VLC is not playing your HEVC file, the issue is likely with VLC's settings, not missing Windows components.
Ensure your GPU (Intel, NVIDIA, AMD) supports HEVC hardware decoding. Most Intel Core i3/i5/i7 from 6th-gen (Skylake) onward, and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 950/960 or newer, do. install hevc codec for vlc exclusive
As a last resort, you can install a codec pack like . This pack installs a vast library of decoders, including the x265 library, directly into Windows. VLC can sometimes leverage these system-wide codecs if its internal ones fail. Download the standard version from a reputable source. VLC does not rely on Microsoft's codec packs