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Learning to Use Digital Photo Frames
Tips for using digital photo frames
By Kyle Schurman Kyle Schurman Freelance Contributor University of Nebraska-Lincoln Kyle Schurman is a writer who specializes in digital cameras. His writing has appeared in Steve's Darkroom, Gadget Review, and others. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on September 11, 2020 Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Travel Tech Digital Cameras & Photography Tips for Mobile Photography Digital photo frames are cool and interesting ways for displaying your photos and sharing them with others. Digital photo frames don't have to replace your printed photo scrapbooks and albums; instead, they can complement each other. Artur Debat / Getty Images Tips for Using a Digital Photo Frame
Keep in mind that every digital photo frame is a little different, and some digital photo frames might not have the ability to display photos in the methods discussed here. Use these tips to learn more about making the most of your digital photo frame and troubleshoot any issues you may be having. If your digital photo frame software has this option, tell the software to automatically resize your photos to the best resolution for displaying on the photo frame. You don't need a large amount of resolution to display photos at full size on a photo frame LCD, and lower resolution photos don't require as much storage space within the digital photo frame. Using the digital photo frame's slideshow feature is probably the best way to display your photos. The photos change after a set period, running through all the images stored. Most digital photo frames offer a variety of different methods for loading photos. A USB flash drive, a memory card, internal memory, or even a direct connection to your PC may work. If you have a large number of photos you want to transfer to a picture frame you probably want to turn to a USB drive or a memory card, as those storage methods typically hold many more photos than the digital photo frame's internal memory. With some frames, you can add an audio file to the slideshow, giving you the option of playing music in the background as the photos scroll on the screen. You can upload music using the same methods that you upload photo files. Some digital photo frames require that you keep a USB device or a memory card permanently attached to the frame. Others allow you to copy images to the frame's internal memory, which means you won't have the added expense of buying an extra USB device or memory card that's devoted to the digital photo frame. Since they're inexpensive, having an extra memory card that's just for the digital photo frame can be a good idea. Some digital photo frames run only on AC power, while others give you the option of running from batteries. Although using a battery option can be expensive after a while, there may be times when you want to carry your digital photo frame away from home, and having a battery option is handy for those times. Look through the frame's specifications before you buy to determine whether it can run from both batteries and AC power. If you have a lot of photos with vertical orientations, see whether your digital photo frame can be physically turned to a vertical orientation, allowing you to display those photos with a natural look. Some digital photo frames can only operate in a horizontal orientation, and vertically oriented photos are displayed at a smaller size. When cleaning your digital photo frame, clean most spots with a dry, cotton cloth or a slightly damp electrostatic wipe. Essentially, anything you would use to clean your LCD TV or laptop computer screen can be used with the digital photo frame screen. Fingerprints are common on digital photo frame LCD screens because those viewing the screen often want to hold the frame, just like they'd hold a photo print. If you have a particularly stubborn fingerprint or smudge on the screen, you can use a tiny amount of water on a damp cloth to clean the smudge. Just be sure to place the water directly on the cloth, rather than directly on the screen. Digital Photo Frames as Gifts
Digital photo frames make great photography-related gifts if you're looking for something to give grandma and grandpa for a special occasion. You can grab great deals off apps like Wish or Amazon Prime as long as you plan ahead. Then take the time to load the digital photo frame with a variety of photographs that you know they'll appreciate, so all they have to do is plug it in and turn it on, allowing them to enjoy the photos immediately. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire Troubleshooting Digital Photo Frames How to Quickly Scan and Digitize Photos How to Transfer Photos to a Digital Picture Frame Why Are Photos Stored in a DCIM Folder? The 8 Best Digital Photo Frames, Tested by Lifewire How to Select a Frame From a Live Photo Nixplay NIX Advance X15D Digital Frame Review: Beautiful HD Photos How to Show Photos on Your TV How to Repair Smudges in Your Digital Photos Digital vs. Traditional Film Photography Use a Digital Camera as a Scanner What's an LCD? (Liquid Crystal Display) How to Troubleshoot and Fix microSD Card Problems How to Convert Negatives to Digital Pictures Nikon Troubleshooting: How to Fix Your Nikon Camera Tips for Troubleshooting GE Cameras Problems Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies