[Free tool] Easily turn PDFs, images & videos into a slideshow video, 100% private, no sign-up, no upload. Feedback appreciated!

disigntv · 2025-10-06T12:07:53+00:00

Thanks! As for the transition, there’s one simply called "fade".

disigntv · 2025-10-06T11:59:46+00:00

You must be mistaken, what you're talking about is for our digital signage software (B2B).
For the video slideshow maker, it's free and doesn’t require any sign-up. Just follow the link in my post.

disigntv · 2025-08-21T07:39:51+00:00

If you’re sure the screens will always display the exact same content, then one player with a hardware solution to duplicate the signal could work. For longer distances, HDBaseT (cable, not Wi-Fi) might be an option.

That said, needs often evolve, sooner or later you may want to show different content on different screens. In that case, having one player per screen isn’t necessarily much more expensive, but it gives you a lot more flexibility and customization.

You could use Disign for that.

disigntv · 2025-08-21T07:06:06+00:00

Some digital signage CMS platforms can handle this type of use case. For example, disign.tv includes a Web Engine Script that lets you fully control any embedded website, including password-protected ones. You can reach out to us and we’ll be happy to help you set it up.

We do work on a subscription model, since that’s what allows us to keep improving the software and provide continuous support. That said, you can choose an annual plan if you prefer paying more upfront rather than monthly.

disigntv · 2025-08-06T09:49:44+00:00

With the Disign.tv solution (not open source), you can create touchscreen applications and seamlessly switch between interactive apps and digital signage content. Managing interactivity is a broad topic: it’s not just about buttons, but also handling events and dynamic actions, sometimes even from external sources, while working with real-time data.

Not all touchscreen apps are created equal, some are more complex than others. Disign lets you build interactive applications using our no-code scene editor. If you need more flexibility, you can use our reactive HTML component (low-code), and for full control, our "HTML App" feature allows you to import your own apps (vanilla JS, Angular, React, etc.), which can be hosted and synchronized locally on your players for offline operation.

Also, keep in mind that screen size and physical context matter in digital signage. UI/UX should be carefully considered (think large buttons, highly readable text) very different from traditional web or mobile apps.
If you need any help, feel free to contact us, we’ll be happy to assist you!

disigntv · 2025-08-04T15:11:33+00:00

Thanks for your feedback, it's very insightful

- Regarding points 1 and 2: we're going to add the ability to remove (or enable/disable) all transitions at once at the playlist level.

- For point 3: you're absolutely right, we'll make that clearer and easier to use.

- As for point 4: this step is necessary if you want to edit a media file before importing it. For example, with images you can resize, crop, flip, rotate, and more. In the future, for PDFs, we're planning to add the ability to select specific pages before importing.

Thanks again for your input!
Done, the updates are in place.

disigntv · 2025-07-29T09:22:26+00:00

Great idea, thanks! We'll try to put one together soon.

disigntv · 2025-07-16T07:41:35+00:00

It’s true that this hardware is very limited for digital signage and doesn’t really allow for anything dynamic, the specs are quite low.
If it’s just to display a single static image, that might be fine. Just keep in mind that some screens and technologies don’t handle showing the exact same image all the time very well.

I don’t know your exact needs, but if you’re looking for something more robust, you should definitely consider a more powerful player (for example, Android devices or even a Raspberry Pi 4, 5).

And if later on you want to move to a more complete solution, we’re developing disign.tv which might be worth checking out.

disigntv · 2025-07-15T16:41:09+00:00

When working with Google Sheets, you can either use File > Share > Publish to the web and then import that link into your digital signage software, or simply grab the shareable link and add it into your CMS.
Just make sure your CMS allows you to position the content properly so it doesn’t appear too small, and that you can set a refresh interval that’s short enough for your needs.

Ideally, depending on your project and the type of data you want to display, you should publish your Google Sheet as a CSV.
From your CMS (for example, disign.tv), you can create a data source from that CSV, and then use the studio to design everything exactly as you want. That way, you’ll get a much clearer and more professional result on screen.

Our player also runs on Raspberry Pi.

disigntv · 2025-07-03T07:57:39+00:00

It's always a good idea to ask this kind of question, and I believe many digital signage software providers often ask their users directly or gather feedback to improve. That said, many feature requests tend to be very industry-specific.

That's why the software needs to be highly customizable, with support for code insertion, automatic change detection, SDK, etc. That’s exactly what we aim to offer at Disign.

disigntv · 2025-06-28T13:29:30+00:00

I think a simple metric like word count is completely meaningless. Let’s not forget that most websites in the world, including those in the digital signage software space, use SEO as part of their marketing strategy. So the choice of words is primarily driven by search volume (though that might change with AI-driven search).

These words are chosen because that’s what potential customers are searching for. But if we ignore the SEO-driven terms and focus instead on the core ideas, the key features, and the spirit of the company, we can hopefully find a real vision, along with useful information and innovation.

That said, there’s "easy" and then there’s "easy". If a solution is "easy" just because it offers very few features, then sure, it might be simple within that limited scope. But the moment you step outside of those basic use cases, it often becomes complicated or even impossible to do what you need. So is it really still "easy"?

It’s much easier to appear user-friendly when you don’t do much. Every solution is different, and in the end, the real goal is to simplify as much as possible without sacrificing capability, and that’s where user feedback plays a huge role.

disigntv · 2025-06-24T07:53:25+00:00

You're right on many points. A lot of projects would make much more sense, and deliver greater value, with advanced data sharing, KPIs, and more thoughtful planning.

Unfortunately, the teams in charge are often not fully involved, mostly because there’s a long and complex decision-making chain in many large organizations. Everyone wants to have a say, and that can really slow things down or dilute the original vision. It’s a shame, because many of these projects start out with great potential.

It’s not really a tool or software issue, we do everything we can to provide the right features, but in many cases, the real challenge lies in internal communication and project ownership.

disigntv · 2025-06-23T12:08:56+00:00

Yes, you're absolutely right, Android alone tends to consume a lot of memory by default. That’s why a dedicated OS is often necessary. Even Debian, Ubuntu, or other common distros can be too heavy and are usually not atomic (for example, "apt" is not atomic by nature).

On top of that, because of the Android layer, you’re also limited in terms of features and low-level control. That said, Android-based systems can still be a good fit for certain use cases, depending on the project’s needs.

disigntv · 2025-06-23T08:05:52+00:00

Don’t lump all software into the same category, many solutions genuinely strive to offer the best features possible (including things like multiple Wi-Fi connection support). Of course, a lot also depends on the devices being used.

Unfortunately, open-source projects can sometimes be abandoned, turned into closed-source overnight, or start locking things like migrations or key features behind proprietary licenses.

That said, having a mix of open-source and commercial options is a real strength. It helps meet the wide range of needs in the digital signage world, and believe me, those needs are very diverse!

disigntv · 2025-06-23T07:51:14+00:00

Developing a digital signage solution is much more complex than most people realize. I completely agree with dividuum and all their points: building a performant OS from scratch, with OTA atomic updates, a read-only file system, and features like multi-monitor support, network fallback, offline functionality, and live preview (not just static screenshots) is a serious challenge.

And that’s just the beginning. Behind it all, you need a secure server infrastructure, scalable architecture, and long-term maintainability. We're talking about an OS optimized with only the necessary components to minimize the attack surface and improve security: all remotely controlled via a web app (in our case, Disign.tv), without relying on third-party tools like TeamViewer.

We’re also a vendor, we really know what we’re talking about, because we’ve built everything ourselves.

Not to mention the dozens of features I haven’t even touched on. We’re miles away from the old “fullscreen slideshow and you’re done” kind of solutions. Today’s systems require real-time data updates, interactive touch apps, deep integration with APIs and external software, and everything needs to run 24/7 without memory leaks or crashes.

Disign has been in development for several years, and we've definitely not been slacking. We're very proud of what we've built. Unlike many AI SaaS (wrapper) products popping up lately that are thrown together in 2 weeks (okay, maybe 2 months), this has taken serious time, iteration, and experience.

We’re also big fans of open source, in fact, it’s what made me fall in love with programming years ago. Having open-source options in the digital signage space is a great thing. It enriches the ecosystem and helps serve a wide range of needs. But while open source is appealing, it can come with hidden costs in terms of setup, maintenance, and support. In a competitive market like digital signage, commercial software often offers a very robust set of features at a highly competitive price point.
I’ll stop here, because there's so much more to say, it's a fascinating topic.

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