How I animated my Windows desktop wallpaper in minutes

The article discusses how to animate the Windows desktop wallpaper using a free, open-source app called Lively Wallpaper. The author explains that while there are many wallpaper options available, it can be difficult to find something unique. To address this, the author uses YouTube videos or creates their own GIFs to animate the desktop background. The process involves downloading and installing the Lively Wallpaper app from the Microsoft Store, finding a suitable YouTube video or creating a GIF, and then adding it as the desktop wallpaper using the app. The article provides step-by-step instructions on how to do this, and the author also mentions that the app allows for customization, such as setting animated wallpapers on multiple displays and managing the wallpaper in different conditions, like battery-saving mode. Overall, the article offers a simple and customizable way to liven up the Windows desktop by using animated wallpapers, which can help create a specific mood or reflect a current interest.