Lively Wallpaper

Personalized Dynamic Wallpapers for PC

Lively Wallpaper is a creative application that allows you to design custom desktop wallpapers for your PC. This free software by Dani John transforms the typical static and bland backgrounds into compelling themes that can incorporate video files, HTML, and games, among others.

Features and Options

While you can design wallpapers using your own media, Lively Wallpaper also includes a collection of premade creations you can browse. One of the advantages of this application is that you can create original web wallpapers and adjust their design in real time. The supported codecs include Kawaii Codec, LAV, and K-Lite, to name a few. Sharing is made simple with the addition of an available zip format within the application creation tools.

Many computer users utilize multiple monitors, which can present challenges when crafting a new wallpaper. However, Lively Wallpaper comes equipped with support for multiple screens and options to show different designs on each monitor or expand one design across all. If you’ve ever wanted to animate your desktop background, the tools in Lively Wallpaper allow for several types of video formats, such as AVI, MP4, and MOV, among others. Not only video but also audio is available; however, sound will mute whenever you step away from your PC. If you’re familiar with shaders (programs responsible for graphical effects), you can also incorporate them. Both browser-based shaders and video games built with the Unity and Godot engine can run within Lively Wallpaper.

Fortunately, given all the design tools and effects available, Lively Wallpaper doesn’t continue to run once you open another full-screen application. You may also configure performance to suit your PC, set personal preferences, and decide when your dynamic wallpaper should be active.

Free and Feature Rich

Sometimes open-source, free applications don’t provide the most stable performance. However, with Lively Wallpaper, there are few drawbacks, if any, and consistent reliability. You can configure performance and wallpaper playback behavior with several rules for greater personalization. With deep customization options, a library of premade content, and simple sharing options, Lively Wallpaper edges out the competition. For those looking to spruce up their drab PC desktops with a dynamic new wallpaper, this application is a great place to start.

Pros:

• Wide range of compatible formats for video, image, and shader files
• Free to use
• Great customization options

Cons:

• Could use more premade designs to showcase various dynamic options