winamp

Control Winamp playback and playlists via executable calls on Windows and Linux.

61|11|Updated Feb 4, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/viralcode/openwhale --skill winamp
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: winamp
Source: https://github.com/viralcode/openwhale/tree/main/skills/winamp
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/viralcode/openwhale --skill winamp

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows users to control the Winamp media player, enabling playback management and playlist manipulation directly through commands.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Playback Control: Play, pause, stop, skip tracks.
  • Playlist Management: Enqueue files or folders, play specific playlists.
  • Cross-Platform Compatibility: Works on Windows (Native or WSL2) and Linux via Wine.
  • Use Case: You can tell your AI assistant to "Play the next song in my 'Workout' playlist" or "Add this new album to my queue."

Quick Start

Use the winamp skill to play the file located at "C:\Users\Me\Music\song.mp3".

Frequently Asked Questions about winamp

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I control Winamp playback programmatically?

Control Winamp playback programmatically by triggering direct executable calls to the media player. This allows you to manage play, pause, stop, and skip track commands for your music.

Does Winamp media player control work on Linux?

Winamp media player control works on Linux through optional Wine integration. You can manage playlists and playback on Linux, or run natively on Windows and WSL2 environments.

Can I manage Winamp playlists through automated commands?

You can manage Winamp playlists through automated commands. The system supports enqueueing specific files or whole folders, and playing targeted playlists directly via executable calls.

What do I need to set up before automating Winamp music control?

Before automating Winamp music control, Winamp must be installed and accessible via specified executable paths. Ensure your environment matches Windows, WSL2, or a Linux Wine setup.

How do I enqueue a folder of music into Winamp programmatically?

To enqueue a folder of music programmatically, trigger a direct executable call specifying the folder path. This adds the entire directory's contents to your active Winamp playback queue.