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Simple Gallery for PC

Simple Gallery for PC

A gallery for viewing photos and videos without ads.
★ 4.5v6.1.5.117.9 MBTools

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What's New

Version6.1.5.1
Size17.9 MB
What's NewMinor bug fixes and improvements. Install or update to the newest version to check it out!
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Organizing photos and videos on your desktop becomes straightforward when you run Simple Gallery on a PC: you'll have access to a full keyboard, a larger screen, and the option to keep the app open alongside other windows during your session. Simple Gallery is a lightweight photo gallery organizer built around core viewing and editing tools: sort your media by date, size, or name; zoom into images; adjust columns by pinch gesture (or mouse wheel on desktop); crop, rotate, and flip photos without leaving the app. The application works with gifs and videos, supports file renaming and moving between folders, and lets you set images as wallpaper in one tap. No ads clutter the experience, and the app respects your privacy with an open-source foundation.

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Running Simple Gallery on a PC alters how you manage and browse your photo collection. With more screen real estate and a full keyboard at hand, everyday tasks like sorting through folders, editing batches of images, and sharing files become faster. The app integrates into your desktop workflow: open it beside your email client to attach images, or keep it running while you organize folders in a separate window.

Core Viewing and Organization

Simple Gallery displays your media in a grid layout that adapts to your display size. You control the number of columns shown, making it easy to scan a large library at a glance on a desktop monitor. Sort your photos and videos by date, file size, or name in ascending or descending order. The app automatically groups files by folder, so your media stays organized without manual effort. Zooming into individual images is simple, and the app handles gifs and video playback without requiring extra tools. If you compare Simple Gallery to other options in the space, you'll notice it focuses on speed and simplicity rather than advanced features like gallery with 3D photos or heavy editing suites.

Editing and File Management

Edit photos directly within Simple Gallery without opening a separate editor. Crop images to new dimensions, rotate them, or flip them horizontally or vertically. You can rename files, move them between folders, copy them to new locations, or delete unwanted shots. Setting an image as your desktop wallpaper is a one-step action. These editing functions work smoothly on a larger screen, where you'll have better visibility of your adjustments and more comfortable mouse or trackpad control for precision work.

Integration and Compatibility

Simple Gallery works as a photo gallery organizer for everyday tasks across your computer. It integrates with email clients, allowing you to preview and attach images from within the app itself. Third-party apps can use Simple Gallery to display images or videos, so it often becomes your system's default viewer for media files. The app requires a fingerprint or lock feature to protect hidden items or the entire gallery, adding a layer of security if you store sensitive photos on your PC.

Privacy and Customization

Simple Gallery is fully open-source and contains no ads or tracking. You have full control over what permissions the app uses: it requests only what it needs to function. Customize the app's colors to match your desktop theme or preference. The lightweight design means Simple Gallery loads quickly and uses minimal storage space, keeping your PC responsive even if you have thousands of photos archived.

How to Download and Install Simple Gallery for PC or MAC:

Select an Android emulator:  There are many free and paid Android emulators available for PC and MAC, few of the popular ones are Bluestacks, Andy OS, Nox, MeMu and there are more you can find from Google.

Compatibility:  Before downloading them take a look at the minimum system requirements to install the emulator on your PC.

For example,  BlueStacks requires OS: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista SP2, Windows XP SP3 (32-bit only), Mac OS Sierra(10.12), High Sierra (10.13) and Mojave(10.14), 2-4GB of RAM, 4GB of disk space for storing Android apps/games, updated graphics drivers.

Finally, download and install the emulator which will work well with your PC's hardware/software.

  1. Open the emulator software from the start menu or desktop shortcut in your PC.
  2. Associate or set up your Google account with the emulator.
  3. You can either install the app from Google PlayStore inside the emulator or download Simple Gallery APK file and open the APK file with the emulator or drag the file into the emulator window to install Simple Gallery for PC.

You can follow above instructions to install Simple Gallery for PC with any of the Android emulators available.

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Simple Gallery for PC

Simple Gallery for PC

A gallery for viewing photos and videos without ads.

FAQ

Can I use Simple Gallery to manage photos from multiple folders?

Yes. Simple Gallery displays all your media files and automatically organizes them by folder. You can move files between folders, copy them, or rename them directly from the app without using a file manager.

Does Simple Gallery support video files?

Simple Gallery plays videos and gifs alongside your photo library. It displays them in the same grid view and lets you sort them by date, size, or name along with still images.

What editing features are included?

You can crop photos to new dimensions, rotate them, flip them, and set them as your desktop wallpaper: all without leaving the app. For more complex edits, you can export images and use another tool, but basic adjustments happen inside Simple Gallery.

Is there a way to lock my photos with a password or fingerprint?

Simple Gallery includes a fingerprint lock feature to protect hidden items or secure the entire gallery. This lets you keep sensitive photos private on a shared computer.

How much storage does Simple Gallery use on my PC?

Simple Gallery is lightweight and designed to use minimal disk space. It does not cache large files or create unnecessary duplicates, so it stays responsive even with a large photo library.

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