If you cannot use the Microsoft Store (e.g., Windows 7 or LTSC), you must manually install the libde265 plugin.
Unlike Windows, the macOS version of VLC is compiled with complete software decoding for HEVC. If a video isn't playing, the issue is likely . install hevc codec for vlc
Most users don’t need anything extra. If HEVC video plays without picture (only sound or black screen): If you cannot use the Microsoft Store (e