Exciting news for all Slideshower fans! I’ve been busy over the past few months, rolling out a series of updates that improve how you shuffle photos in slideshows on your Mac. From version 2.2 to the latest 2.7 release, I’ve added features based on your feedback to make Slideshower more useful and enjoyable.

What’s new in Slideshower 2.7?

My latest update introduces selective file management—you can now select specific photos and remove only those from your slideshow. I’ve also fixed the “float on top” issue that some users reported and made several minor UI improvements to enhance your experience.

Recent app updates: from version 2.2 to 2.7

Version 2.6 (February 7, 2025)

• Full-screen toggle with “F” - Quickly enter and exit full-screen mode
• “Float on top” option - Keep Slideshower visible above other applications
• Memory management enhancements - Smoother performance for large photo libraries

Version 2.5 (January 18, 2025)

• Enhanced Ken Burns effect - Now with cross-fade transitions
• Expanded file format support - Added .tiff and .jxl formats
• Improved sorting - Fixed filename sorting for more logical organization

Version 2.4 (December 13, 2024)

• Countdown timer - Show/hide timer during slideshows
• Grid-mode pausing - Pause functionality now works in grid view

Version 2.3 (November 16, 2024)

• Major memory management improvements - Fixed memory leaks
• UI refinements - Various small bug fixes

Version 2.2 (October 28, 2024)

• Shuffle mode fix - Corrected issues with random photo ordering
• Mac sleep prevention - Your Mac stays awake during slideshows
• Multiple instance support - Run several Slideshower windows simultaneously

How to shuffle photos in your mac slideshow

One of the most searched features is how to shuffle photos in Slideshower. Here’s a quick guide:

1. Open Slideshower and add your photos by dragging and dropping or using the “Select files or folders” button
2. Check the “Shuffle mode” option in settings
3. Click “Start” to begin your random slideshow with perfectly shuffled photos

The shuffle feature works seamlessly with all of Slideshower’s presentation modes, including the single photo view, 2x2 grid, and 3x3 grid display options.

Live Mode: useful addition for event slideshows

Introduced in version 2.1, Live Mode continues to be one of the most appreciated features. It allows you to:

• Monitor a folder for new photos in real-time
• Automatically include newly added images in your running slideshow
• Create interactive photo experiences at weddings, parties, and corporate events

Perfect for situations where you want to randomize photos in a folder on your Mac and display them as they’re added.

Video Export: share your slideshows

Remember that with Slideshower, you can export your slideshows as video files. Whether you need to share your mac photos slideshow or preserve it for later viewing, the export feature (introduced in version 2.0) makes it simple.

Looking forward

I’m constantly working on Slideshower based on what you tell me you need. My approach is simple: listen to users and implement the features that make the most sense. If you have ideas for how to make this slideshow software for Mac better, I’d love to hear them.

Your feedback matters

Nearly all of these improvements came directly from user suggestions. How are you using Slideshower? What features would make your photo slideshows even better? Drop me a line at hello@slideshower.com.

Happy slideshowing! 📸✨

Best, Pawel