====== Executable vs Video ====== ===== Executable ===== EXE format is an Executable File (.exe) which contains your show for Windows (Vista/7/8/10). Pro's: * Fast creation time for an EXE file (compared to MP4 Video) * Manual control for a show (see the Project Options > Control tab) * Original quality of your images and better quality of transitions * Automatic refresh rate for current monitor * Smaller file size Con's: * Only for Windows * Cannot be played, directly, on a Television * Potential issues with a compatibility with future versions of Windows ===== MP4 Video ===== Pro's: * Default Presets give excellent results * Suitable for both PC and MAC * Can be uploaded to hosting sites such as Vimeo or YouTube and embedded in social media * Can be played on most Television Sets with a USB Input (HD or 4K) Con's: * Time to render is longer than for EXE File * Large, often unwieldy, File Size * No Manual Control other than PAUSE