Setv4l is a command line tool used to modify the picture settings of video 4 linux devices, providing streamlined functionality for users seeking simple and straightforward adjustments.
Initially created for managing remote webcams, setv4l was originally named vidcontrol. However, the developer discovered that a program with that name already existed with FreeBSD, prompting the name change.
Installation is straightforward; just unpack the program and run the make command. Note that for capturing with webcams, the developer recommends using the vidcat program, which is part of the w3cam package. One caveat is that this program does not adhere to the v4l spec for picture sizes and does not set the size at all.
Overall, if you need a fast and easy way to change video settings on a video 4 linux device, setv4l is a solid choice.
Version 0.3: N/A