Executable vs Video

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

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