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RAPHAEL

Raphael is a simple, fast slideshow creator that turns your images into video — without memorizing FFmpeg commands.

Create beautiful slideshow videos in seconds — no terminal required.


FEATURES

- Create slideshow videos from images
- Smooth fade transitions between slides
- Optional background music
- Simple preset slideshow styles
- Clean desktop interface
- Cross-platform (Linux, Windows, macOS via Java JAR)


REQUIREMENTS

Raphael requires FFmpeg to be installed on your system.

Install FFmpeg:

Arch / Garuda:
sudo pacman -S ffmpeg

Ubuntu / Debian / Linux Mint:
sudo apt install ffmpeg

Fedora:
sudo dnf install ffmpeg


RAPHAEL 1.0.0

- Initial release
- Slideshow creation with fade transitions
- Optional background music support
- Multiple slideshow presets
- AppImage + JAR distribution
- Integrated help system
- Non-intrusive, one-time donation prompt


RUNNING RAPHAEL (JAR VERSION)

To run Raphael:

java -jar Raphael-*.jar

Requires:
- Java 17 or newer
- FFmpeg installed and available on system path


HAVING TROUBLE?

If Raphael does not run correctly:

1. Make sure FFmpeg is installed
2. Make sure Java 17+ is installed
3. Make sure FFmpeg is accessible from the command line


LINUX APPIMAGE NOTE

If using the AppImage version and it does not start,
your system may be missing FUSE support.

Install FUSE:

Fedora:
sudo dnf install fuse fuse-libs

Ubuntu / Mint:
sudo apt install libfuse2

Arch:
sudo pacman -S fuse2

After installing, try launching again.


DOWNLOADS

Latest releases:
https://bytesbreadbbq.com/raphael/


SUPPORT

Raphael is free to use. If it saves you time or simplifies your workflow,
consider supporting development:

https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XS9MXN5AE5P3S

Your support helps keep the code crispy and the videos smokin’ hot.


LICENSE

This project is licensed under the MIT License.


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