Last Updated on February 21, 2023
Summary
QMPlay2 brings together a video player, audio player, internet radio streaming, YouTube player all wrapped into a single application. It’s competent in all areas although the absence of gapless playback renders it an inadequate music player for my requirements.
While there’s lots to admire about QMPlay2, the software doesn’t eclipse dedicated apps in any department (although as a video player it runs very close). But if you prefer using a single app, it’s a good compromise.
The software is mature, stable, and under active development.
The breadth of options available is excellent. You can even use the software as an image viewer!
Website: github.com/zaps166/QMPlay2
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Developer: Błażej Szczygieł
License: GNU Lesser General Public License v3.0
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QMPlay2 is written in C++. Learn C++ with our recommended free books and free tutorials.
Pages in this article:
Page 1 – Introduction / Installation
Page 2 – In Operation
Page 3 – Widgets: YouTube, Internet Radio
Page 4 – Widgets: Playlist, Lyrics, MediaBrowser
Page 5 – Widgets: Graphic Equalizer, Information, Visualization, Downloader
Page 6 – Other Features
Page 7 – Memory Comparison
Page 8 – Summary
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Hello Thanks for sharing project. However, can you update ReadMe to build code in QT windows and run. Cannot see .pro file
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