How to Get a Rainmeter Spotify Visualizer [100% Working]

Step 1. Install Rainmeter

Before you download anything, make sure your computer is ready to go:

1. Rainmeter works on Windows 7, 8, 10, and 11.
2. You only need a basic processor and 2GB of RAM (which most computers already have).
3. A working internet connection is needed to download skins and tools.

How to Install Rainmeter

1. Head over to the official Rainmeter website: www.rainmeter.net



2. Click the big "Download Rainmeter" button on the homepage.
3. Choose the version that matches your computer—32-bit or 64-bit (64-bit is most common these days).
4. Open the installer and follow the steps to install it—super easy.

Step 2. Download and Install a Compatible Skin (e.g., Monstercat Visualizer)

Rainmeter uses "skins"—these are like design packs that add widgets and tools to your desktop.

How to Add a Spotify-Themed Skin

1. Download a Spotify-themed skin from a trusted source like VisualSkins or r/Rainmeter on Reddit. Most skins come as .rmskin files.
2. Double-click the .rmskin file, and Rainmeter will install it for you—instantly refreshing your desktop with Spotify-themed flair.

Now you're all set to start customizing your desktop with a Spotify visualizer! Your workspace will not only sound great but also look the part.

Step 3. Download and Install a Compatible Skin (e.g., Monstercat Visualizer)

Rainmeter uses "skins"—these are like design packs that add widgets and tools to your desktop.

How to Add a Spotify-Themed Skin

1. Download a Spotify-themed skin from a trusted source like VisualSkins or r/Rainmeter on Reddit. Most skins come as .rmskin files.
2. Double-click the .rmskin file, and Rainmeter will install it for you—instantly refreshing your desktop with Spotify-themed flair.

Now you're all set to start customizing your desktop with a Spotify visualizer! Your workspace will not only sound great but also look the part.

Just keep in mind: Rainmeter doesn't connect directly to Spotify's now-playing info by default. This means your desktop won't automatically show track name, artist, album, or artwork unless you add a little extra.

Pro Tip: Using Monstercat

To bring your desktop to life with real-time music animations, try using a visualizer skin like Monstercat Visualizer. We'll walk you through the setup using Monstercat, but the process is similar for other compatible visualizer skins.

Note: We've tested this using the Monstercat Visualizer available on GitHub. You can find it by going to the Monstercat Visualizer GitHub page, then scrolling down to Assets and downloading the file named something like Monstercat.Visualizer.for.Rainmeter_2.1.0.rmskin.

How to Install Monstercat Visualizer

1. Go to the GitHub page linked above and download the .rmskin file.
2. Double-click the file to open it with the Rainmeter Skin Installer, then follow the prompts to install.
3. If it's not already running, launch Rainmeter from the Start menu or your taskbar.
4. In the taskbar, right-click the Rainmeter icon and choose "Refresh all". This updates your list of available skins.
5. Open the Rainmeter window, then go to: Skins > Monstercat-Visualizer > visualizer.ini and click "Load".



6. Now open Spotify and start playing a song. You should see the visualizer moving with the music!

Want to customize how it looks? Choose "Edit Skin" to tweak things like color, bar style, or animation behavior (We'll tell more about this later).

Step 4. Install the WebNowPlaying Plugin (e.g., Monstercat Visualizer)

Rainmeter skins like Monstercat used to show Spotify's "Now Playing" info (like the current song, artist, and playback time) easily—but that changed when Spotify limited access to this data in updates. Now, you'll need a tool to restore this feature. There are two good options: Spicetify or Win10 Widgets.

How to Set Up WebNowPlaying (Using Spicetify)

To make WebNowPlaying work with Spotify, you'll need to install Spicetify, a small tool that tweaks the Spotify desktop app so Rainmeter can read playback data again.

1. Follow the instructions on the official page to install Spicetify.
2. Open Command Prompt (Windows Terminal or CMD), and run: spicetify
3. Enable the WebNowPlaying extension: spicetify config extensions webnowplaying.js
4. (Optional) If you don't want to change Spotify's appearance: spicetify config inject_css 0 replace_colors 0
5. Apply everything and restart Spotify: spicetify backup apply
6. Spotify will restart, and now your Rainmeter skin can access real-time playback info.

Note: Be sure you're using the Spotify app downloaded directly from Spotify.com. The Microsoft Store version won't work with Spicetify.

How to Set Up WebNowPlaying (Using Win10 Widgets)

Win10 Widgets is a simple Rainmeter skin pack that already supports Spotify Now Playing through your web browser (like Chrome or Firefox).

1. Download Win10 Widgets from a trusted fork that includes WebNowPlaying support, such as: Win10 Widgets.
2. Scroll down and download the .rmskin file under Assets. Double-click it and use the Rainmeter Skin Installer to install.
3. Install the WebNowPlaying browser extension:

   

   • Chrome / Edge Extension

   

   • Firefox Add-on
4. Go to the Spotify Web Player in Chrome or Firefox. Log in and start playing a song.
5. The browser extension will now send "Now Playing" info to Rainmeter.
6. In Rainmeter, go to: Skins > Win10Widgets > NowPlaying, then click "Load" to add the widget to your desktop.

You'll now see the song title, artist, and playback controls right on your desktop — no hacking or patching needed!

Step 5. Connect Spotify to the Visualizer

At this point, you've got Rainmeter, a compatible visualizer skin like Monstercat, and the tools (Spicetify or the WebNowPlaying browser extension) ready to go. Now it's time to connect everything so your visualizer can actually "see" what's playing on Spotify.

Option 1: If You Used Spicetify

If you followed the Spicetify method (for desktop Spotify app):

1. Make sure you've installed Spicetify correctly and added the webnowplaying.js extension as shown in Step 3.
2. Open the Spotify desktop app (the version from the Spotify website, not the Microsoft Store).
3. Start playing a song.
4. The Monstercat Visualizer should now react to the music and show playback details like the track name, artist, and timer.

Troubleshooting Tip: If the visualizer doesn't react, try running the spicetify backup apply command again in Command Prompt, then restart Spotify.

Option 2: If You Used the WebNowPlaying Browser Extension

If you used the browser-based method (via Win10 Widgets or similar skins):

1. Open Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, or Firefox—whichever browser you installed the WebNowPlaying extension in.
2. Go to the Spotify Web Player, log in, and start playing a song.
3. In Rainmeter, make sure your skin (e.g., Win10 Widgets or Monstercat Visualizer) is loaded.
4. The browser extension will send playback info to Rainmeter automatically, and your visualizer should come to life.

Pro Tip: The WebNowPlaying extension works as long as your browser tab is active and Spotify is playing. You can even minimize the browser—it doesn't need to stay in focus.

Step 6. Customize the Visualizer Appearance and Behavior

Now that your Spotify visualizer is working, you can fine-tune how it looks and behaves. Rainmeter makes it easy to adjust layout, color, sensitivity, and more. Here's how to do it:

How to Move and Position the Visualizer

1. Right-click the visualizer on your desktop.
2. Hover over Settings and click Draggable to enable it.
3. Move the visualizer where you want it.
4. Right-click again and turn off Draggable to lock it in place.

How to Edit the Skin's Appearance (Color, Bars, Animation)

For more advanced changes like the number of bars or how sensitive the animation is, you'll need to edit the skin's settings file.

1. Right-click the visualizer and select Edit Skin.
2. This opens the .ini file in a text editor.
3. Look for options like these:
   • BarColor=255,255,255 to change the color (RGB format)
   • Sensitivity=100 to change how reactive it is
   • BarCount=64 to set how many bars appear
4. After making changes, save the file.
5. Right-click the visualizer again and select Refresh skin to apply your edits.

Tip: It's a good idea to make a backup of the file before making big changes.

Pro Tip: Try a Different Visualizer (Optional)

If Monstercat Visualizer isn't your style, you can try other skins that support WebNowPlaying:

1. Download a new visualizer skin from VisualSkins, r/Rainmeter, or GitHub.
2. Double-click the .rmskin file to install it with Rainmeter.
3. Load it from the Rainmeter window just like you did earlier.

That's it. Your visualizer is now fully customizable, and you can continue tweaking it to fit your personal style.

Step 7. Top Alternatives for Spotify Integration with Rainmeter

ViWizard provides a practical workaround for syncing Spotify playback with Rainmeter. While Rainmeter doesn't support Spotify directly, it works seamlessly with players like iTunes and Windows Media Player—making ViWizard the bridge that connects them.

How to Work around the Official Spotify Integration for Rainmeter (Using ViWizard)

As a standalone desktop app, ViWizard Spotify Music Converter lets both Premium and free Spotify users download and convert tracks into local audio files. These files retain full metadata—like song title, artist, album, and cover art—ensuring compatibility with Rainmeter skins such as Monstercat. Once converted, your media player can feed this track data to Rainmeter, allowing your visualizer to display accurate "Now Playing" info in real time.

ViWizard eliminates the need for Spotify plugins or API access. It's a reliable choice for anyone looking to enjoy synced desktop visuals with minimal setup and maximum flexibility.

How to Convert Spotify Music for Rainmeter-Compatible Players

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Step 1Install ViWizard Spotify Music Converter

Start by downloading and installing ViWizard Spotify Music Converter on your computer. Once the installation is complete, open the app and sign in with your Spotify account—both free and Premium accounts are supported. The Spotify Web Player is integrated directly within ViWizard, so you can browse your music library without leaving the app.

Step 2Add Spotify Music for Conversion

Next, find the songs, albums, or playlists you'd like to convert. You can simply drag and drop the content from the Spotify Web Player into ViWizard. Alternatively, paste the URL of a track or playlist into the app's search bar. Your selected content will automatically load into the conversion queue, ready to be processed.

Step 3Choose Output Format and Quality

Now, it's time to customize how your music will be saved. Click the menu icon (☰) and go to Preferences > Convert. For compatibility with Rainmeter-supported apps, MP3 is the recommended format, as it works seamlessly across most media players. You can also adjust the bitrate and sample rate for better sound quality. If needed, organize the output by artist or album for easy access later. Once your settings are in place, click OK.

Step 4Convert and Save the Music Files

Click the Convert button to begin downloading and converting your Spotify tracks into MP3 format. ViWizard will process the selected music and save it to your computer in the folder you specified. After conversion is complete, click the folder icon to locate your newly converted files. These files are now ready to be imported into any app supported by Rainmeter, such as iTunes or Windows Media Player.

How to Enable Spotify Integration with Rainmeter-Compatible Players

With ViWizard, you can easily upload your converted Spotify music to iTunes or Windows Media Player and enable the "Now Playing" feature in Rainmeter:

1. Launch Rainmeter on your desktop.
2. Right-click on a Player skin. Alternatively, select "Settings" to access the configuration options.
3. In the Player skin settings, choose either iTunes or Windows Media Player to display your Spotify songs with the Rainmeter widget.
4. In your chosen player (iTunes or Windows Media Player), play the uploaded songs. This action will activate the "Now Playing" feature on your desktop through Rainmeter. Now, you can enjoy your Spotify music with all the details displayed on your Rainmeter visualizer.