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VideoToScreensaver v1.2

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@TheQuantifier TheQuantifier released this 27 Feb 16:41
· 16 commits to main since this release

Windows Installer

  • Option 1: Install (new users)
    • Download VideoToScreensaver-Setup.exe from this release.
    • Run the installer and launch VideoToScreensaver from Start Menu.
  • Option 2: Update (existing users)
    • Open VideoToScreensaver.
    • Click Update App and follow the prompts to update in place.

Updates

  • Added an in-app Update App button so users can update in place without reinstalling.
  • App now checks the latest GitHub release, downloads the zip asset, applies the update, and restarts automatically.
  • Improved runtime asset sync to handle file/folder path collisions more safely during updates.

Highlights

  • Turn local videos into a real Windows screensaver from a simple UI.
  • One-click install as active screensaver.
  • Video fit modes: contain, cover, stretch.
  • Multi-monitor playback support (same video on all monitors, per-monitor fit).
  • Preview mode from inside the app.
  • Managed screensaver list with delete options.
  • Auto-cleanup of copied video files when their screensaver is removed and no longer referenced.

Notes

  • Windows only.
  • Unsigned build: Windows SmartScreen may show a warning.