KMPlayer is a robust multimedia player designed to handle a wide range of audio and video formats, including VCDs, DVDs, and more, without requiring additional codec installations.
You might have installed and enjoyed KMPlayer, but there may be times when you need to alter the playback speed of a video either to speed it up or slow it down. So, how can you achieve this?
Follow the tutorial below to learn how to change the video playback speed on KMPlayer:
Steps to Change Video Playback Speed in KMPlayer
| Step |
Action |
Description |
| 1 |
Open KMPlayer |
Launch KMPlayer and play any video. Right-click on the interface, go to Playback to see video speed settings. |
| 2 |
Select Speed Options |
Choose one of the following modes to adjust video playback speed: |
| Mode |
Action |
Shortcut Key |
| Slow |
Reduce playback speed by 5% |
Shift + Num- |
| Fast |
Increase playback speed by 5% |
Shift + Num+ |
| Normal |
Revert back to normal playback speed |
Shift + Num* |
Utilize these modes according to your viewing needs. After adjusting, the displayed Playback Speed will change accordingly, showing the current speed percentage on the video.

Step 3: For example, if you select the speed reduction mode twice, you will see Playback Speed: 90% on the video screen.
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Continue this process to reach your desired playback speed. With these adjustments, you can tailor the video playback to your liking, whether the content is playing too quickly or slowly.
Furthermore, you can explore other free software options for watching movies and listening to music, such as Windows Media Player, FLV Media Player, and Media Player Classic.
We wish you all the best with your video playback experience!