What is Local Image File Viewer?
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Ever open a file:/// image from your local file system explorer only to find that you want to view the next and previous image in the directory with ease?
Well now you can. Install the extension and visit it's options page for more details about how it works!
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Note - you have to manually allow access to file URLs once the extension is installed, similar to how you might allow extensions in incognito mode.
Enjoy!
Fullscreen Slideshow Steps:
- From options set body CSS to background-color:black;
- Consider checking the option to reduce flicker if URL bar matters not
- On windows press F11 to enter fullscreen, on mac press Command+Shift+F
( note: version 0.19 contains a bug where the save button will seem to save formats other than PNG. It does not - all files saved with this version are PNGs. Version 0.20 will save JPGs in addition to PNGs. )
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- Very simple and easy to use.
- Works well with videos.
- Supports custom formats by typing their extension in the options menu.
- Functions perfectly on Edge and Windows 10.
- Lifesaver compared to bloated image viewers.
- Zoom functionality has issues.
- Rotate buttons do not work.
- No thumbnail file view or scrolling for navigating images.
- Inconsistent functionality with external drives.
- Scroll bar visibility in fullscreen is distracting.
- Easy to use.
- Zoom problems.
- Issues with image rotation.
- Desire for thumbnail views and scrolling.
- Help needed for configuring external drive access.
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Local Image File Viewer requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.
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Local Image File Viewer has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.
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