MPDCtrlX is a graphical client for Music Player Daemon (MPD) that provides a desktop interface for browsing music collections and controlling playback. It is a cross-platform version of MPDCtrl, which was originally developed for Windows.
The application uses Avalonia UI and is particularly focused on providing a native-feeling experience for Linux desktop users. It supports Wayland and integrates with the Linux desktop through the Media Player Remote Interfacing Specification (MPRIS).
MPDCtrlX provides separate views for albums, artists, files, searching and playlists. This allows users to navigate their music library in different ways, whether they prefer exploring album collections or working directly with the underlying directory structure.
Its graphical interface makes MPD accessible without requiring users to manage playback entirely through terminal commands. The client communicates with an MPD server, which remains responsible for playing the audio.
This is free and open source software.
Key Features
- Connect to Music Player Daemon and control music playback from a graphical interface.
- Browse music collections by album.
- Navigate artists and their associated recordings.
- Explore music files through a dedicated file browser.
- Search the MPD music library.
- Manage music playlists through the desktop interface.
- Display album artwork in the album browsing interface.
- Integrate with Linux desktop media controls using MPRIS over D-Bus.
- Support native Wayland desktop sessions.
- Provide a graphical interface using the Avalonia UI framework.
- Cross-platform support – runs on Linux and Windows.
Website: github.com/torum/MPDCtrlX
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Developer: torum
License: MIT License
MPDCtrlX is written in C#. Learn C# with our recommended free books and free tutorials.
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