Step-by-Step Guide to Setting Up and Using MAW Chrome Launcher for Local Playlists

Guide to Using MAW Chrome Launcher with Hot Folders for Dynamic Content Updates


Introduction


The MAW Chrome Launcher allows for playing content directly from a hot folder that updates automatically when a new file is added.
This folder can be stored locally or shared over a network.
The MAW Chrome Launcher application supports various file types, including JPEG, PNG, WEBP, WEBM, PDF, and HTML.


Using MAW Chrome Launcher to Play Files from a Local Folder




1. Select 'Create a new playlist'.

2. Enter a name for your playlist and click 'Add new item'.

3. Click on the 'Local' tab:


4. Under the Agent's location, select MAW Chrome Launcher as the Application:



5. In the Custom Parameters section, input the name of the folder containing the files to be displayed:



6. Save the playlist item, click 'Finish', and configure the playlist to display on your screen.




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