General Settings

What is it?

The "General" tab in the event editor offers comprehensive settings to configure the startup mode, visual styles, aspect ratios, and effects for photos, GIFs and videos. Users can also adjust mirror effects, apply skin smoothing filters, customize file naming and saving, and manage overlays and transitions. Power-saving options, virtual props, QR code scanning, background removal, touchscreen actions, and Bluetooth commands are also available for enhanced event customization and functionality.

In this Guide

• Startup Mode
• Style Options
• Mirror Effects
• Aspect Ratio Settings
• Skin Smooth Filter
• File Naming and Saving
• Screen Folder
• Transitions
• Power Saving
• Virtual Props
• QR Codes
• Background Removal
• Touch Screen Actions
• Bluetooth Commands

Startup Mode

The "Startup mode" setting determines the initial mode of operation: photo mode for capturing individual photos with optional effects, burst GIF mode for recording short silent movies with looping playback options, or video mode for capturing short videos with various effects like jump cuts and speed ramping.

Style Options

Select from various style options for photos, GIFs and videos, including normal color, monochrome, sepia, comic, or user-defined filters (filter1 to filter6), each offering unique visual effects to enhance your event experience.

Mirror Effects

Specify mirroring effects for photo, burst GIF and video modes, including mirror off, mirror left/right, mirror top/bottom, mirror swap top halves, and mirror 2x2 mosaic, adding creativity and fun to your captures.

Aspect Ratio Settings

Adjust the photo aspect ratio to normal (4:3), square, DSLR 3:2, or video 16:9, ensuring optimal cropping and display for various devices. Similarly, set the screen aspect ratio to match device specifications, minimizing black borders and optimizing screen utilization.

Skin Smoothing Filter

Apply skin smoothing filter (aka Hollywood filter, or Kardashian filter) to enhance photo quality by smoothing skin tones and removing blemishes without compromising detail. Adjust filter strength for desired effects, balancing skin enhancement with natural appearance.

File Naming and Saving

Customize download filenames and folders for saved photos, GIFs, and MP4s, using tokens for dynamic information inclusion such as time and date, providing flexibility in file organization.

Screen Folder

The Screen Folder shows you were your screen assets, settings file, overlays and backgrounds are stored. You can view the file path, or press the "Open..." button to jump to the folder.

Overlay and Transition Options

Set overlay fade time for smoother transitions between overlay screen images, enhancing user experience. Adjust inactivity timeout and menu timeout for automatic screen closure and power-saving modes, optimizing device efficiency.

Power Saving and Standby Settings

Utilize power-saving modes to conserve battery life by reducing live view refresh rates and dimming screen brightness during standby. Access additional power-saving settings for optimal power management.

Virtual Props

Enable virtual props for interactive event experiences, allowing users to select props via touchscreen actions. Customize prop placement using the virtual prop editor, enhancing creativity and engagement.

QR Code Scanning

Enable QR code string scanning and QR code command scanning for seamless integration with external devices and data capture systems, enhancing event functionality and user interaction.

Background Removal

Choose AI background removal options for live view images, photos, burst GIFs, and videos. Access built-in or web-based AI background removal for high-quality results, requiring suitable device specifications for optimal performance.

Touchscreen Actions

Access the Touchscreen Editor to customize touchscreen actions for each screen, surveys, and keyboards, enhancing user interaction and event customization.

Bluetooth Commands

Define commands for connected Bluetooth devices, facilitating seamless integration with accessories such as printers and controllers, enhancing event automation and workflow efficiency.