Desktop Photo

Many of us keep framed photos of our loved ones on our desks, and, assuming your PC's desktop is not already too cluttered, you can take advantage of this virtual space as well.

Desktop Photo is a simple application that enables you to place a framed or unframed picture on your desktop and move it around freely. It offers multiple frame styles and even allows you to write your own captions.

The application is very intuitive, as the installation process is relatively straightforward, and no advanced configurations need to be performed.

When you launch it for the first time, you only need to replace the default picture with your own and move it to any position on your desktop. Desktop Photo offers support for several popular image formats, namely, JPG, PNG and GIF.

Unfortunately, though, Desktop Photo does not allow you to create multiple picture frames, and you cannot launch more than one instance of the application.

After the photo is placed on your desktop, it can be resized, but you can only cycle between several steps, as it is not possible to fine-tune its dimensions.

Of course, it is also possible to insert one of the included frames. There are not too many to choose from, and their design is rather plain, but you should be able to find one that is to your liking.

The program allows you to write a caption, which is displayed in the upper part of the picture. The text can be resized, but you cannot alter its position.

Desktop Photo is not displayed in the taskbar or system tray, so it is not likely to hinder you while you get on with your daily activities. Moreover, it is launched automatically at startup, so there is no need to configure it again after the initial setup has been completed.

In conclusion, this is a useful software utility that enables you to place a framed photo on your desktop. It lacks a few useful features, but it is unobtrusive and very easy to use.