Getting Started

Get up and running with FotoTrafiX in minutes.

Installation

FotoTrafiX is currently available via TestFlight for both macOS and iOS. Once invited:

  1. Open the TestFlight invitation link on your Mac or iPhone/iPad
  2. Install FotoTrafiX from TestFlight
  3. Launch the app — you'll see the splash screen, then the main 3-panel interface

System requirements: macOS 26.0+ or iOS 18.0+

Opening Your First Folder

FotoTrafiX is a file browser — it works with your existing folder structure. No import, no catalog, no database.

  1. In the Source Panel (left), click the folder icon or use File > Open Folder
  2. Navigate to a folder containing your images
  3. Grant access when macOS asks (sandboxed app with security-scoped bookmarks)
  4. Your images appear immediately in the Content Panel (center)

The Interface

FotoTrafiX has a 3-panel layout:

  • Left — Source Panel: File browser tree, favorites, Pilot DAM connection
  • Center — Content Panel: Grid, List, Edit, or Full-screen view of your files
  • Right — Detail Panel: IPTC/EXIF metadata, selection tray, export destinations

Use the Toolbar at the top to switch display modes and adjust the thumbnail zoom slider.

Display Modes

  • Grid — Thumbnail grid with adjustable size. Best for browsing and selecting.
  • List — Sortable table view with filename, date, size, dimensions, and rating columns.
  • Edit — Full-size preview with filmstrip, color palette adjustments, and crop tools.
  • Full — Distraction-free full-screen viewing with minimal controls.

Next Steps