DesktopSlides2.1.0.0

DesktopSlides is a small software application whose purpose is to help you automatically change your desktop wallpaper. The utility can be installed on Windows XP, Vista, 7, 2003, and 2008. In order to run it correctly and avoid bumping into all sorts of errors and compatibility issues, you need to deploy Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 on the target computer.

Simple GUI

The tool reveals a clean and intuitive layout that allows you to set up the dedicated parameters with ease. All settings are embedded into a single window so they are basically placed at your fingertips. A help manual cannot be found in the package but you get an idea about the program works in a short amount of time.

Wallpaper changing options

DesktopSlides gives you the possibility to choose between several preset wallpaper categories, such as Top, Latest, Random, Favorite, and Selected. The last option offers you the freedom to manually pick the preferred sets of wallpapers, namely Animals, Architecture, Aero, Birds, and many others. The tool is able to retrieve your favorite wallpapers provided that you sign in with your WallpapersWide.com account.What’s more, you are allowed to automatically change the wallpaper in 1, 2, 3, 6, or 12 hours, or 1, 2, 3, 5, or 7 days, pick the wallpaper position (stretch, center, or tile), start or stop the automatic wallpaper changing mode, as well as show the next or previous wallpaper.In addition, you can make the application set your wallpaper based on images found in a user-defined folder. The program can also be controlled from the system tray and you can set the next wallpaper, share images, as well as look for updates.Filtering options can be applied in order to load wallpapers that fit your display ratio or screen resolution. Tests have shown that DesktopSlides carries out a task very quickly and without errors. It is not a resource hog so you can keep it running in the background without worrying that it hampers your computer’s performance. The wallpapers have very good image quality.

Final remarks

In conclusion, DesktopSlides makes it really easy for you to change the looks of your screen using beautiful wallpapers. This desktop enhancement application is suitable for rookies and professionals alike.