Feature Request: Synced Lyrics Display in Taskbar

[shriyanshbhargava]

Preflight Checklist

• I use the latest version of YouTube Music (Application).
• I have searched the issue tracker for a feature request that matches the one I want to file, without success.

Problem Description

Can we add a feature that displays synced lyrics in the taskbar on the right side? This would allow users to view real-time lyrics while working on other tasks without switching back to the media player.

Proposed Solution

1. Show real-time synced lyrics in the taskbar (system tray or overlay).
2. Position the lyrics on the right side of the taskbar for better visibility.
3. Ensure that the lyrics update in sync with the currently playing song.
4. Option to toggle the feature on/off in settings.
5. Customization options for font size, color, and transparency for better readability.

Use Case

This feature would be beneficial for users who want to follow along with lyrics while working, coding, or browsing without constantly switching windows.

Alternatives Considered

Possible Implementation

1. Use Windows Taskbar API / macOS Menu Bar API for native integration.
2. Utilize a floating overlay for cross-platform compatibility.
3. Sync with the existing lyrics provider and update dynamically.

Additional Information

No response

[ArjixWasTaken]

Would you be satisfied by a popup that has the lyrics?
We could make it stay on top of other apps, and maybe make it transparent.

#650

if you are interested in that, I'd suggest saying your ideas in that ticket and closing this one

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The more people that agree on the same request, the higher the likelihood of it becoming a reality.

[shriyanshbhargava]

A popup would overlap my applications and require constant repositioning. A taskbar-integrated solution keeps lyrics visible without disrupting my workflow. Can we explore that instead?

[ArjixWasTaken]

A popup would overlap my applications and require constant repositioning.

Not if you use a tiling window manager like komorebi :^)

A taskbar-integrated solution keeps lyrics visible without disrupting my workflow.

I don't know man, having a second monitor sounds way better than having the lyrics in the taskbar.

Can we explore that instead?

Sure we can, but you'd have to find someone who uses windows and is willing to do that.
I personally use Arch (btw), and won't be able to help, other than to provide code reviews to whoever decides to do it.

[ArjixWasTaken]

I'd love to implement this for KDE Plasma, it would probably be the easiest thing to do, since KDE is all about widgets (plasmoids).