High CPU Usage Solutions

Root Cause

Songify may use high CPU when:

• Monitoring Chrome for song information
• Processing multiple browser tabs
• Running frequent update checks
• Using inefficient detection methods

Optimization Steps

1. Update Detection Method

   • Go to Settings → Advanced
   • Switch to "Spotify Desktop App" detection
   • Disable Chrome monitoring if possible

2. Reduce Update Frequency

   • Increase update interval
   • Disable unnecessary features
   • Use efficient detection methods

3. Browser Optimization

   • Close unnecessary Chrome tabs
   • Use dedicated browser profile
   • Disable browser extensions
   • Clear browser cache

Alternative Solutions

Spotify Desktop App

1. Install Spotify desktop application
2. Configure Songify to use desktop app
3. Disable Chrome monitoring
4. Enjoy lower CPU usage

YouTube Music Desktop

1. Install YouTube Music Desktop
2. Configure in Songify settings
3. Use as primary music source
4. Better performance than browser

Local Music Integration

1. Add local music folder
2. Configure file monitoring
3. Use local music as source
4. Minimal CPU impact

Performance Tips

• Close unused applications
• Monitor system resources
• Update Songify regularly
• Use SSD for better performance
• Increase RAM if needed

Advanced Settings

• Update Interval: Increase to reduce CPU
• Detection Method: Choose most efficient option
• Cache Settings: Optimize for your system
• Background Processing: Enable/disable as needed