# Playlist Visualizer Layer

Source: https://mimolive.com/user-manual/live-editing/layers/data-viz/playlist-visualizer/  
Last updated: 2024-12-20  
Section: Layers, Video Effects & Live Editing › Layers Overview › Data Viz  

The **Playlist Visualizer Layer** displays information about the currently playing track from an active playlist source. It’s ideal for adding professional-looking song titles, artist names, and cover art to your live broadcasts.

### Key Features

**Active Playlist Integration**

This layer requires an active playlist source in mimoLive. It dynamically updates to show information about the track currently playing.

**Customizable Visuals**

You can fully customize the appearance of the track title, artist name, cover art, and background to match the branding and style of your broadcast.

**Dynamic Animation**

The Playlist Visualizer Layer supports animations for showing and hiding the track information, providing a smooth and professional display.

**Fallback Cover Art**

When no cover art is available for the track, the layer can display a fallback image to ensure the visual remains polished.

### User Interface

#### Control Section

• **Text Type**: Choose how the text is displayed:

• Show Now

• Hide After Duration (set duration for the text to remain visible).

• **Text Duration**: Control how long the information stays on screen.

**Content Section**

• **Playlist Source**: Select the active playlist source feeding the layer. The track information, such as the title and artist, will be dynamically pulled from this source.

**Animation Section**

• **Incoming/Outgoing Animations**: Select the transition effect (e.g., Push, Dissolve) for showing or hiding the playlist information.

• **Text Delay**: Add a delay before the animation begins.

#### Appearance Section

• **Font Title and Subtitle**: Customize the font, size, kerning, and shadow effects for the title and subtitle text.

• **Fallback Cover Art**: Choose an image to display when no track-specific cover art is available.

#### Geometry Section

• Adjust the **Title Baseline**, **Subtitle Baseline**, and other layout parameters to position text and visuals as needed.

• **Background Animation**: Add animation effects to the background, including opacity changes, translation, or rotation.

**Visual Content Section**

• Enable or disable additional visuals.

• Adjust the **X Inset**, **Y Inset**, and **Max Width/Height** of the visual content to fit your broadcast layout.

### Example Uses

**Live Radio Shows**

Display the currently playing track in real-time, giving viewers clear information about the music.

**Music Streams**

Add a polished look to music streams by showcasing track titles, artist names, and album art.

**Events and Performances**

Enhance live performances or DJ sets by visualizing the playlist and giving audiences context for the music being played.

The **Playlist Visualizer Layer** ensures that your live stream or event is professional and engaging, giving viewers a seamless way to follow along with your audio content.