Desktop Moon


Get a breathtaking detailed view of the moon on your desktop. Data from several moon missions was used to create this marvelous moon simulation. With this app you always see the current moon phase and can watch the change over time.

  • Supports multiple connected displays
  • High resolution simulation
  • Resize the moon view to get greater detail
  • Move the moon any place on your desktop - on any wallpaper
  • Watch a full month in time-lapse

Your privacy is important!

This app does not collect any data from you or your device.

Click and drag the rim of the moon simulation to resize. In greater detail the craters look even more gorgeous. Especially the dim border between the illuminated and the dark parts gives you the opportunity to study the mountains and valleys on the moon's surface.

Every wallpaper is different. To accommodate for your preferred wallpaper you can move Desktop Moon to any position on your desktop. Click and drag the center of the moon simulation to move it to the spot on your desktop that suits you best.

Want to have a look into the future? Double-click on Desktop Moon to watch a complete lunation in time-lapse.