The first two thousand digits of π, each a coloured square – computed right here, filling in one by one.
The first two thousand digits of π, each a coloured square – computed right here, filling in one by one.
In the app you can adjust the colours. It runs natively on your Mac, drawn live in real time – no video, never quite the same twice.
Use it on your Mac
- Get SCRNSVRS free from the Mac App Store.
- Select Digits of π in the library.
- Click Set as Screensaver or Set as Wallpaper – or both.
Preview free · macOS Tahoe 26 or laterNeed a hand? Read the setup guide.
Digits of π FAQ
How do I set Digits of π as my screensaver on a Mac?
Install SCRNSVRS free from the Mac App Store, select Digits of π in the library and click Set as Screensaver. macOS starts it whenever your Mac is idle, exactly like a built-in screensaver.
Can I use Digits of π as a live wallpaper?
Yes. Click Set as Wallpaper in SCRNSVRS and Digits of π plays on your desktop behind your windows and icons. You can use it as screensaver and wallpaper at the same time.
Is Digits of π free?
Digits of π is included in SCRNSVRS Unlimited. It's free for your first 7 days; after that Unlimited is $1.99/month or $9.99/year (€1.99/month or €9.99/year) for every screensaver, including new ones. It can also come up in Free this month, when 25 premium screensavers are free for everyone.
Is Digits of π a video loop?
No. Digits of π is rendered live on your Mac with Metal, so it never repeats and stays sharp on any display size. The clip on this page is a screen recording of the real thing.
Will Digits of π slow down my Mac or drain the battery?
No. SCRNSVRS drops to 30 fps on battery and stops rendering when the wallpaper is covered by a full-screen app, so Digits of π costs next to nothing in everyday use.
Which Macs does Digits of π run on?
Digits of π needs macOS Tahoe 26 or later.
