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Custom Video Folder for Big Box Screensaver

šŸ“‹ Summary

Add an option in Big Box to use a custom folder of videos for the screensaver, allowing users to play personal content such as music videos or curated clips.


ā— Problem

The Big Box screensaver currently relies on game related media:

  • Users cannot easily use their own video collections

  • There is no way to point the screensaver to a custom directory

  • This limits personalization for setups like arcade cabinets or living room displays

Users who want a more tailored experience must rely on external tools or workarounds.


šŸ’” Proposal

Add a setting to define a custom video source folder for the screensaver:

  • Allow users to select a folder containing video files

  • Play videos from this folder during screensaver mode

  • Support optional behaviors such as:

    • Shuffle playback

    • Looping

    • Mixing with game videos or using only custom videos


šŸ“¦ Benefits

  • Enables highly personalized screensaver experiences

  • Supports use cases like music videos, attract mode clips, or themed collections

  • Reduces reliance on external media players or hacks

  • Enhances Big Box as a living room or arcade display


šŸ’” Notes

  • Should support common video formats already handled by LaunchBox

  • Default behavior should remain unchanged unless a custom folder is set

  • Could optionally support multiple folders or playlists in the future

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  • AstroBob changed status to Open To Community
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    Apr 10

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    Hi there!

    Thanks so much for submitting this request and for taking the time to explain your use case — that context is always super helpful.

    I’ve gone ahead and fleshed out the main idea using the info you provided, and I’m opening it up to the community for further discussion and feedback. Please let me know if this fleshed-out version doesn’t match your original intended request.

    Feel free to let me know if you have any extra thoughts, examples, or edge cases you think might be relevant!

    Cheers,
    The LaunchBox team

    • Zombinati

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      May 23

      Any Updates to this feature?