What is Canvas?
Canvas is a short looping visual that plays on the Spotify mobile Now Playing screen. It is not a full music video, but a simple visual asset designed to support the track’s mood and identity.
Recommended specifications
- Aspect ratio: 9:16 vertical
- Resolution: minimum 720px height
- Length: 3–8 seconds
- Format: MP4
Best practice
- Use subtle animation or clean branded visuals
- Design specifically for mobile viewing
- Ensure the loop feels smooth
- Match the tone and style of the track
What to avoid
- Static images with no movement
- Distracting flashing visuals
- Text-heavy designs
- Borders or black bars
Submitting a Canvas
If you would like HighEQ to submit a Canvas on your behalf, please include the final Canvas file with your delivery or send it separately following the specifications above.