Backdrop: Custom Video Wallpapers for Mac Desktop and Lock Screen
By
Oskar Groth
Slightly gummy. The crust never quite set.
Summary
Backdrop is a Mac app developed by solo indie developer Oskar that allows users to set custom video wallpapers on both their Mac desktop and lock screen. The app offers smooth 4K playback with low CPU usage, features over 1,000 pre-made scenes, includes a built-in editor for creating custom wallpapers, supports multiple displays, and has a community platform. It addresses the limitation in macOS where Apple only allows their own animated wallpapers on the lock screen.
Key quotes
· 4 pulledI've been frustrated that while Apple added wallpapers that animate on the Lock Screen, they never let us use our own
Backdrop as the first and only app that lets you put your own custom video wallpapers right on your Mac Lock Screen
Smooth 4K playback with low CPU use
Browse 1,000+ scenes, or craft your perfect wallpaper with the built-in editor
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