Platform-Specific Guides
Rando is built natively for both macOS and Windows, with platform-specific features and considerations.
Choose Your Platform
macOS Guide
Native SwiftUI app for macOS 12.0 (Monterey) and later.
macOS-Specific Topics:
- App Store installation and updates
- Sandbox folder permissions
- Family Sharing
- Mac keyboard shortcuts
- StoreKit subscription management
iPhone and iPad Guide
Native iOS app for iOS 17 and later.
iOS-Specific Topics:
- Slideshows on your TV (AirPlay mirroring and HDMI)
- The Rando Memory widget, StandBy, and the iPad Lock Screen
- Transitions and Image Filters on the phone
- Reduce Motion
- What's free and what's Pro
Windows Guide
Native WPF app for Windows 10 and Windows 11.
Windows-Specific Topics:
- Microsoft Store installation
- Network drive mapping
- Windows keyboard shortcuts
- .NET 8.0 requirements
- Microsoft Store subscription management
Cross-Platform Features
Most features work identically across both platforms:
- ✓ Random photo selection
- ✓ Folder management
- ✓ Slideshow mode
- ✓ Tagging system
- ✓ Multi-folder mixing
- ✓ Privacy-first approach
Platform Differences
| Feature | macOS | Windows |
|---|---|---|
| Installation | Mac App Store | Microsoft Store |
| Permissions | Sandbox folder access | Standard permissions |
| Subscriptions | StoreKit | Microsoft Store |
| Family Sharing | ✓ Supported | Not available |
| Keyboard Modifier | Cmd (⌘) | Ctrl |
Getting Help
- macOS issues: See macOS-Specific Troubleshooting
- Windows issues: See Windows-Specific Troubleshooting
- iPhone/iPad issues: See the troubleshooting section of the iPhone & iPad Guide
- General issues: See Common Issues