How to Obtain Live Wallpapers on Windows 10 [Complete Guide]

Suppose you've just set up your new computer,迁移你的数据、设置和账户从旧电脑上。现在，你可以将桌面背景从普通的静态图像改为一张酷炫的照片，或者将移动视频或动画设置为桌面背景。

High-definition images of cats or your favorite football team are great, but they can become stale over time. Live wallpapers bring a dynamic element to your background, transforming a dull display into an engaging one. They instantly add a personal touch of uniqueness to your computer.

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How to Set Live Wallpaper on Windows 10 Setting a live wallpaper on your Windows 10 computer can add a touch of dynamism and personality to your desktop. While Windows 10 doesn't natively support live wallpapers, there are third-party applications that allow you to achieve this. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to set up live wallpaper on your Windows 10 system: 1. **Download a Live Wallpaper App:** - Choose a reliable live wallpaper application like "Wallpaper Engine" by Steam or "Dynamic Wallpapers" from the Microsoft Store. - For Wallpaper Engine, visit the Steam website (store.steampowered.com) and log in to your account. Search for "Wallpaper Engine" in the search bar, and click on "Add to Cart" to purchase and download it. 2. **Install the App:** - Once downloaded, run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions to install the app. 3. **Launch the App:** - After installation, open the live wallpaper app. If it's Wallpaper Engine, you'll find it in your Start menu or search for it using the Windows search bar. 4. **Select a Live Wallpaper:** - In the app, browse through the available live wallpapers. You may have access to built-in options or need to download more from within the app or online. - For Wallpaper Engine, click on "Wallpapers" in the left panel, and then choose "Steam Workshop" to explore a vast collection of user-created live wallpapers. 5. **Set the Wallpaper:** - Choose a live wallpaper you like, and click on "Set as Wallpaper" or a similar option. The app might ask for your preference on how to display the live wallpaper (e.g., full screen, windowed mode, etc.). 6. **Configure Settings (optional):** - Depending on the app, you might be able to customize the wallpaper's settings, such as its animation speed or transparency. Adjust these to your liking. 7. **Activate Live Wallpaper:** - To enable the live wallpaper to display while your computer is idle, go to the app's settings. In Wallpaper Engine, click on "Settings" and then "General." Check the box next to "Start Wallpaper Engine when Windows starts" and select your preferred startup mode. 8. **Enjoy Your Live Wallpaper:** - Now, every time you lock your screen or minimize your windows, your live wallpaper should appear. Note that running a live wallpaper may slightly impact your system's performance, so monitor your computer's resources accordingly. That's it! With these steps, you should now have a dynamic live wallpaper on your Windows 10 desktop.

Alright, let's get down to the nitty-gritty. The options below will enable you to have live wallpapers on your Windows 10 computer.

Desktop Live Wallpaper

The Desktop Live Wallpaper app enables you to utilize any video file on your computer as a dynamic wallpaper. Available in the Microsoft Store, this free application allows you to set Windows Media Video (WMV) files as your live wallpaper.

To use any other type of video file or have more control over your playback options, you'll need to upgrade to Desktop Live Wallpapers Pro for $3.99.

Step 1. After installation, the Desktop Live Wallpaper will appear as an icon in the notification area of your taskbar or the Start Menu. Launch the application.

Step 2. Click "Make New Folder".

Any folder you add will be automatically monitored for video files to add to the playlist.

Step 3. Select a folder to monitor in the Browse Folder window, and then click "OK" to add it to the list.

Selected folder's videos will appear in the main video list and play automatically as your desktop wallpaper.

To modify playback settings, click on the "Settings" tab. Here, you can alter the launch options, preferred video player, and audio configurations.

To pause the video playback at any time, right-click the icon in your taskbar and select "Pause/Play live wallpaper." Alternatively, exit the app entirely to revert to a static wallpaper.

VLC media player

Available for all operating systems, the open-source VLC media player can play any video format. It's one of the quickest ways to transform your standard wallpaper into a live wallpaper, albeit temporarily. You can use the live wallpaper as long as VLC remains open.

Step 1. Open the VLC media player and play the video you wish to use as your live wallpaper.

Step 2. While the video is playing, right-click and select "Video" > "Set as Wallpaper" from the drop-down menu.

Although the VLC method sets a video as your wallpaper, some icons may be absent from your screen. It operates more like a modified full-screen mode rather than a live wallpaper.

Push Video Wallpaper

If you倾向于更永久地使用视频壁纸，第三方应用如Push Video Wallpapers是一个合适的方法。当你首次安装该应用时，它会提供一些样例视频和GIF供你尝试，但你可以使用自己的视频、GIF或YouTube视频。

It also lets you create playlists, loop between different media types, or set a single video to loop.

Step 1. Download and install Push Video Wallpaper. Once installed, Push will run a live wallpaper as a demo.

Step 2. Open the app and create a new playlist by clicking the "Playlist" icon and selecting "New" from the dropdown menu.

Step 3. When the new playlist is created, type a name for your playlist and click "OK" to save.

Step 4. To add a new clip, click the "+" icon at the bottom of the window.

Step 5. Choose the video clips, images, or GIFs you wish to add to the playlist. If you prefer to use a single clip on loop instead of creating a playlist, simply select the video you want to play.

Step 6. If you want to add a YouTube video or an internet video, click the "Add URL" icon in the bottom-right corner of the screen.

Step 7. Paste the link into the "Add URL" dialog box, then click "Paste from Clipboard" to add it to your playlist.

Step 8. If you prefer to have a YouTube playlist as your live wallpaper, click the Playlist icon in the top-right corner and select "YouTube" from the drop-down menu.

Select "YouTube" from the menu.

Step 9. To add the videos from the playlist to your personal Push Video Wallpaper playlist, click "Add YouTube Playlist" and input the link to the YouTube playlist.

You can minimize the Push Video Wallpapers window to make it invisible. By selecting "Settings" > "Basic" > "System Tray Icon," it will transform into a system tray icon, hiding from the taskbar's notification area. Additional features include a shuffle button, the ability to adjust video intervals, and a volume/mute button. These settings allow you to control audio volume when you need to focus on work. Push Video Wallpapers is one of the most popular ways to get live wallpapers on your Windows 10. While upgrading to more controls costs $10, the free version is adequate for most users.

Lively Wallpapers

Another way to get live wallpapers on your Windows 10 is by using Lively Wallpapers. You can obtain this app from its official website or the Microsoft Store.

Step 1. After installation, open the app and right-click on any of the live wallpaper samples available.

Step 2. To customize a wallpaper, right-click on the image and choose Customize from the dropdown menu that appears. Here, you can modify settings like animation speed and the wallpaper image itself.

Step 3. After downloading a wallpaper, click "Add Wallpaper" in the top right corner to set it up.

Step 4. Click on "Browse" and select the file from your Downloads folder. If you're using a video from the internet, paste the link into the URL dialogue box.

Disadvantages of Using Live Wallpapers on PC

As entertaining as it is to have an animated wallpaper, there are certain drawbacks to using live wallpapers. When your computer is not plugged into a power source, live wallpapers consume battery life more rapidly. The constantly moving images on your screen rely on your PC's CPU for rendering, which in turn, decreases your battery life. However, this drain is less pronounced on newer computer models compared to older ones. Additionally, live wallpapers can slow down your PC's performance. This impact depends on your computer's specifications; for PCs with lower configurations and limited RAM, live wallpapers place extra strain on the processors, leading to a slowdown in overall performance.