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qmmp

Qt-based audio player with Winamp skins

TLDR

Open qmmp
$ qmmp
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Play files
$ qmmp [file1.mp3] [file2.ogg]
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Enqueue files
$ qmmp --enqueue [files]
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Play and exit
$ qmmp --play [file.mp3]
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Pause playback
$ qmmp --pause
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Stop playback
$ qmmp --stop
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Next track
$ qmmp --next
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SYNOPSIS

qmmp [options] [files]

DESCRIPTION

Qmmp is a Qt-based audio player. Its interface resembles Winamp/XMMS classic skins.
Multiple audio formats are supported including MP3, FLAC, OGG, and APE. Plugin architecture extends capabilities.
Winamp skins provide customization. Classic 2.x skins work directly.
Visualization plugins show audio analysis. Spectrum analyzers and oscilloscopes included.
Queue management handles playlists. Shuffle, repeat, and sorting options available.

PARAMETERS

--enqueue

Add to queue.
--play
Start playback.
--pause
Pause playback.
--stop
Stop playback.
--next
Next track.
--previous
Previous track.
--toggle-visibility
Show/hide window.
--volume-up
Increase volume.
--volume-down
Decrease volume.

CAVEATS

Qt dependencies required. Some skins may not work. Plugin availability varies.

HISTORY

Qmmp started as a Qt-based alternative to XMMS and Audacious. It preserves the classic Winamp interface style in a modern media player.

SEE ALSO

audacious(1), mpv(1), vlc(1), cmus(1)

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