Master Digital Signage with MAW Chrome Launcher: Display URLs, PPTs, PDFs, Images, and More

Getting Started with MAW Chrome Launcher​



Introduction



MAWChrome Launcher is a custom-built, Chromium-based browser developed by Monitors AnyWhere.
It enables users to display web content, images, videos, and documents in full-screen mode across multiple displays, making it ideal for digital signage and information kiosks.


Key Features:

  • Display web content, images, videos, and documents in full-screen mode.

  • Seamless transitions between multiple URLs.

  • Automatic refresh of content without closing the browser.

  • Support for various file types, including PDF, PPT, JPEG, PNG, GIF, WEBP, WEBM, and YouTube videos.

  • Split the screen into multiple sections, each displaying different content.

  • Add RSS feeds to your content for real-time updates.




Creating a Playlist with MAW Chrome Launcher



  1. Create a New Playlist:

    • In the MAWi dashboard, click on "Create New Playlist."

    • Enter a name for the playlist, e.g., "MAWChrome Launcher Test."

  2. Add a URL to the Playlist:

    • Click on "Add New Item."

    • Select the "Add URL" tab.

    • Enter the desired URL to display.

    • From the "Open with..." dropdown, select "MAWChromeLauncher."

    • Click "Save."

  3. Finalize the Playlist:

    • After adding all desired items, click "Finish" to save and close the playlist.





Deploying the Playlist


  • Drag and drop the created playlist onto the desired screen(s) in the MAWi dashboard.

  • Right-click on the screen and select "Play" to start the playlist.