Once you find a working cover mod link and set it up, the difference is night and day. You load SNES9x GX, and instead of:
Here is a write-up regarding the , including what it is, why people use it, and where to find the current links. snes9x gx cover mod link
There are two main places to get these files. Please be careful when searching Google, as many emulator sites contain fake download buttons or malware. Once you find a working cover mod link