Run Windows Media Player (WMP) while other tasks also run

Phillip Richcreek 1,125 Reputation points
2026-09-21T02:31:56.5133333+00:00

I typically listen to music that I play on WMP as "background music" while I'm doing something else beside listening to music. I haven't found a way to open other programs while I have music playing on WMP. Is it possible?
Thanks for your help,
PR

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Apps
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Ivan B 125.3K Reputation points Independent Advisor
2026-09-21T03:07:20.5666667+00:00

Hi,

In this case, you just need to open the music and minimize Windows Media Player.

Does it stop playing when you open another program, or something like that?

Thanks.

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  1. Phillip Richcreek 1,125 Reputation points
    2026-09-22T00:22:47.48+00:00

    Your solution works fine.

    Thanks for your help.
    PR

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