Connect the VCR or camcorder to your computer If your playback device features an S-video connector, simply plug one end of an S-video cable into the playback device and plug the other end into your computers video capture device.

How do you convert VHS to digital?

To convert a VHS:Install the software that came with your video converter onto your computer.Connect your VHS video player to your computer using the cable supplied with the video converter.Open the video conversion software and start recording.Play your VHS tape from the point where you want the recording to start.More items •Jun 19, 2018

Can you connect a VHS player to a laptop?

Thankfully, theres an easy way to transfer your tapes onto your laptop using a video capture adapter. All youll need is a computer, a VCR and an adapter so that you can upload the video thats playing in your VCR straight onto your computer or laptop. An adapter can run you anywhere from around $10 to $80.