How To Enable Hardware Acceleration On Spotify For Windows & Mac?

To enable or disable hardware acceleration on Spotify for Windows and macOS, follow these steps:

Windows:

1. Open the Spotify app.
2. Navigate to the settings by clicking the arrow next to your Spotify account, then choose "Settings".
3. Scroll down and select "Show Advanced Settings".
4. Find the "Enable Hardware Acceleration" option and toggle it on or off as desired.

macOS:

1. Launch the Spotify app.
2. Click the "More" icon (three dots) in the top right of the Spotify client.
3. Under the "More" menu, move your mouse to "View".
4. Check or uncheck the "Hardware Acceleration" option.

Keep in mind that hardware acceleration is designed to use your computer's hardware components, like the GPU, to handle certain tasks instead of relying solely on the CPU. Enabling hardware acceleration can lead to smoother playback, faster download speed, and a more responsive user interface, especially if your computer has a capable GPU.

However, the impact of hardware acceleration on your listening experience may vary depending on your computer's hardware capabilities. If you notice any performance issues, such as audio skipping or slow performance, consider disabling hardware acceleration.