Features
CicadaGallery is available in two editions: Free and Premium.
Basic Features (Free Version)
The free version includes many useful features.
Video Management
| Feature |
Description |
| π Add Files & Directories |
Add video files individually or by folder |
| π±οΈ Drag & Drop |
Add videos and folders via drag & drop |
| π·οΈ Tagging |
Organize videos with tags |
| π Folder Organization |
Categorize videos into virtual folders |
| β Favorites |
Mark your favorite videos |
| π Search |
Search videos by title or tag |
| π’ Sorting |
Sort by date added, filename, or duration |
| ποΈ Folder Watch |
Auto-detect changes in registered folders |
Display & Customization
| Feature |
Description |
| π¨ Dark Mode |
Eye-friendly dark theme |
| πΌοΈ Thumbnail Size Adjustment |
Adjust thumbnail size with slider |
| π Grid/List View |
Switch between two display modes |
| π Multi-language |
Japanese, English, Chinese support |
Data Management
| Feature |
Description |
| πΎ SQLite Database |
Lightweight video information storage |
| πΌοΈ Auto Thumbnail Generation |
High-quality thumbnails with FFmpeg |
| πΏ Auto Backup |
Automatic database backup every 3 days |
| π Manual Backup & Restore |
Create and restore backups anytime |
| ποΈ 3-Generation Backup |
Automatically manage latest 3 backups |
| π Window Size Memory |
Save window size & position on exit |
Playback Features
| Feature |
Description |
| πΊ MPV Integration |
High-performance video playback with MPV |
| π Volume Settings |
Set default volume |
| π Always on Top |
Option to keep player on top |
Free Version Limitations
- Video limit: Up to 100 videos
- Scene detection: Up to 5 scenes
- Rating: Favorite (β
) only
Premium Features
Purchase a premium license to unlock all features.
| Feature |
Description |
| π¬ Scene Detection |
Auto-detect scene changes and generate thumbnails |
| β 1-5 Star Rating |
5-level rating system |
| π¨ GLSL Shaders |
Custom shaders like Anime4K support |
| π₯οΈ GPU HQ Rendering |
MPV gpu-hq profile |
| βΎοΈ Unlimited Videos |
Register more than 100 videos |
| β
Multi-select Filters |
Filter by multiple folders/tags |
| π AND/OR Mode |
Toggle AND/OR conditions for tags |
Options Settings
Options are organized into 4 tabs:
| Tab |
Contents |
| πΊ Display |
Thumbnail size, dark mode, language settings |
| π¬ Player |
Volume, always on top, shader settings |
| πΎ Data |
Create/restore backups, last backup date display |
| π License |
Enter license key, check license status |
Purchase Premium
For premium license purchase information, see the Download Page.
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