Plexamp Enhancement: Mac Menu Bar & Visualizer Ideas

Hey everyone, I've got some thoughts on how we could make Plexamp even better, specifically for those of us rocking Macs. I'm talking about adding a Mac OS menu bar add-on and a visualizer. Let's dive in!

Mac OS Menu Bar Integration for Enhanced Navigation

Plexamp is already a fantastic music player, but I think we can elevate it even further with a Mac OS menu bar integration. Right now, the built-in "Now Playing" feature in the Mac menu bar is pretty basic. It lets you do the usual stuff: go back, play/pause, and skip ahead. But what if we could do more? What if we could actually navigate our entire music library from the menu bar?

Imagine this: You're working away on your Mac, and you get the urge to switch up the tunes. Instead of having to fully open Plexamp, you could just glance at the menu bar, click on a Plexamp icon, and boom – you've got quick access to your playlists, albums, and artists. This kind of menu bar add-on would be a game-changer for convenience and ease of use. It's the kind of feature that would make Plexamp feel even more integrated with the Mac OS experience, making it a truly native-feeling application. We are looking at a great Plexamp menu bar.

Think about the possibilities. You could have a mini-player right there in the menu bar, showing the current track and album art. You could click to play/pause, skip, or go back. Maybe even add a drop-down menu to quickly select a different playlist or album. The goal here is to make it super easy to control your music without disrupting your workflow. The Plexamp is missing a much-needed feature, in my opinion.

This isn't just about adding a feature; it's about enhancing the user experience. It's about making Plexamp feel like it was made for Mac users. It's about making music a seamless part of your daily routine. And hey, who doesn't love a good Mac OS integration? It is a stellar and minimalist mac os native feeling application for Plex.

I believe this addition would be a great way to navigate beyond the full frame. This Plexamp menu bar feature would offer a great way to navigate your music library easily. This is a much-needed feature in my opinion.

Bring Back the Vibes: A Visualizer for Plexamp

Alright, guys, let's talk about visualizers. Remember those epic visualizations in Winamp and iTunes back in the day? They were awesome, right? Well, I'm a bit nostalgic, but I think it's a wonderful feature to have in a modern music player. That's why I'm putting in a request for a visualizer in Plexamp. Let the music come to life visually!

I actually use the Plexamp visualizer quite often. It adds another layer of immersion to the listening experience. When you're really into the music, a visualizer can take you even deeper. It's like having a mini-light show synced to your tunes. And it's just plain fun.

Now, I'm not a developer, so I don't know the technical challenges involved, but it would be awesome to see something like ProjectM Milkdrop integration. For those who don't know, Milkdrop was a legendary visualizer that offered a huge array of customizable effects. It would be fantastic to see something similar in Plexamp. Think of the possibilities: vibrant colors, trippy patterns, and effects that react to the music in real time. It's all about creating an immersive and visually stunning experience.

Adding a visualizer to Plexamp would not only be a cool feature in its own right, but it would also tap into the nostalgia factor. It would remind us of the good old days of music players, while at the same time adding a modern twist. It's about making the listening experience more engaging and enjoyable.

It would be great to bring back these features, so people can use them as they have in the past. It is a good feature to have in a music player. The visualizer is a wonderful addition for the users!

Error Message Clarity: HTTPS Requirement

Okay, real quick, I just wanted to mention something I stumbled upon while trying to set up Plexamp. It turns out that Chromatix requires HTTPS for local Plex servers. I think this should be added in the documentation. I used the developer tools to find that Chromatix requires an HTTPS after scratching my head why it couldnt find my plex server hosted locally. An error message stating that HTTPS is required would likely help out some folks.

It took me a while to figure out why Plexamp couldn't find my local Plex server. After some digging, I realized that I needed to use HTTPS. Now, I'm not a networking expert, but I think it would be helpful to include a clear error message in the app itself. Something like "Error: Could not connect to your Plex server. Please ensure that your server is running over HTTPS" would be super helpful. This would save users the time and frustration of troubleshooting a connection issue.

I can add an additional issue post if needed for this. The error message stating that HTTPS is required would likely help out some folks. A little clarification can go a long way.

Final Thoughts: Thank You, Plexamp Team!

Otherwise, THANK YOU! You guys are doing an amazing job, and I love using Plexamp. These are just a few suggestions to make it even better. Keep up the great work, and thanks for listening!