Introduction:

Slideshows are a fantastic way to enjoy your pictures and share them with friends and family. With the new Windows 11 update, viewing your photos as a slideshow is easy and seamless. In this article, we will walk you through the steps for setting up and starting a slideshow using the built-in Photos app in Windows 11.

Step 1: Open the Photos app

To begin, click on the Start button in the lower-left corner of your screen and search for “Photos” in the search bar. Once you locate the Photos app, click on it to open. You can also access the Photos app from within a folder containing pictures by right-clicking on one of the pictures and selecting “Open with > Photos.”

Step 2: Select images for your slideshow

To set up your slideshow, you will need to choose the desired images. In the Photos app, you will see a collection of your photos organized by date. Scroll through them or use the search bar to locate specific images. To select multiple images for your slideshow, hold down the Ctrl key while clicking on each picture.

Step 3: Start the slideshow

After selecting all of the desired images, click on any one of them with your cursor to open it in full-screen mode. At this point, you will see various options at the top right corner of the screen – select the Slideshow icon which looks like a “play” button enclosed in a circle. This will start your slideshow.

Step 4: Customize your slideshow settings

During the slideshow process, you can pause or skip through your images using applicable icons resembling conventional media controls. For further customization, access settings by clicking on three dots (…) in the upper-right corner of your screen and selecting “Settings.” Here, you can adjust settings such as shuffle (randomize picture order), display duration, and even enable or disable background music.

Step 5: End the slideshow

To end your slideshow, simply click on the “X” icon in the top right corner of the screen or press the Escape (Esc) key on your keyboard. This will close out of full-screen mode and return you to the Photos app’s main interface.

Conclusion:

Windows 11 offers users an easy way to view their photos as a slideshow using the built-in Photos app. With just a few clicks, you can create a visually engaging presentation featuring your favorite images. So go ahead, gather your treasured memories and immerse yourself in an entertaining slideshow experience.