Update - Use Beardedspice as the alternative app Mac Media Key Forwarder is no longer being updatedĪs there are reports of Mac Media Key Forwarder not working for some users, and the developer no longer updating the app, it is recommended to use Beardedspice.
I am not affiliated with the developer(s), I am just a satisfied user.Simply disable any unwanted players, while keeping Spotify enabled. Beardedspice supports controlling a vast amount of media players.Ensure the application is given sufficient privileges in Security & Privacy in the System Preferences.Homebrew: brew install -cask beardedspice It can be downloaded and installed directly from the Beardedspice homepage, or by using e.g. It runs in the background and gives you a few simple settings in the Mac menu bar. The software Beardedspice provides a user-friendly approach to prioritizing Spotify for your media keys.
