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Get the Photos Ready
You need to download drawable.zip. You can do that from
the 'Browse Photo Catalogue' button on the previous page. Before
starting, you need to extract it.
- Windows: Right-click the file → Extract All...
- Mac: Double-click the file.
- Linux: Right-click → Extract Here.
💡 Tip: Move the extracted folder to your Pictures folder so you don't lose it.
Windows 10 & 11
- Right-click on any empty space on your desktop.
- Select Personalize from the menu.
- Under Background, click the dropdown menu and select Slideshow.
- Click Browse and select the folder where you extracted the photos.
- Choose how often you want the image to change (e.g., 1 minute, 1 hour).
Note: If the slideshow stops when you are on
battery, go to Power & Sleep Settings →
Additional Power Settings →
Change plan settings →
Change advanced power settings and set
Desktop background setting to
Available for "On Battery".
macOS (Mac)
- Click the Apple Menu () → System Settings (or System Preferences).
- Go to Wallpaper (or Desktop & Screen Saver).
- Click the + button (or "Add Folder") and select your extracted photo folder.
- Check the box for Change picture and pick your time interval.
- Optional: Check Random order for a surprise every time.
Linux (Ubuntu/GNOME)
Most Linux systems have this built-in:
- Open Settings → Background (or Appearance).
- Look for Wallpaper or Background settings.
- If you see a "Slideshow" option, select it and choose your folder.
- Alternative: Install Variety (a popular wallpaper manager) from your software center for advanced slideshow features.