MotionSaver 🚀

Your Dynamic Video Screensaver/Lockscreen 🎬

Transform your dull desktop into a lively and dynamic space! MotionSaver brings your screen to life with a video lockscreen when you're away, combining the elegance of macOS live lockscreen with powerful customization for Windows.

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Installation & Usage 🛠️

1. Download & Save to D Drive 📥

Step 1: Downloaded File in D Drive

2. Extract to D Drive 📦

  • Use an extraction tool like WinRAR or 7-Zip.
  • Right-click the downloaded archive and select Extract Here to extract all files directly into the D:/ drive.
  • Ensure the folder structure matches the example below.
  • If you don't have a D drive: Click here for instructions to move the MotionSaver folder to your C:/ drive so the path is C:/MotionSaver.
    No D Drive - Use C Drive
Step 2: Extracted Files in D Drive

3. Overview of the D:/MotionSaver Folder 🗂️

The D:/MotionSaver folder contains all the files and subfolders required for MotionSaver to function. Here’s a quick overview of its contents:

  • .cache.sqlite: Stores cached data for the application.
  • a35_crop.jpg, a35_crop_crop.jpg: Sample images used by the screensaver.
  • AMG.mp4: Sample video file for testing or demonstration.
  • config/: Contains configuration files and user settings.
  • Gui.bat: Batch file to launch the settings GUI.
  • logs/: Stores log files generated by MotionSaver.
  • MotionSaver.bat: Main batch file to start the screensaver service.
  • PhotoEngine.exe: Executable for image processing tasks.
  • _internal/: Internal files and dependencies required by the application.
  • StopMotionSaver.bat: Batch file to stop the screensaver service.
  • unhooks.exe: Utility to release keyboard hooks when stopping the service.
  • Note: The StopMotionSaver.bat file is a new addition in version 2. It allows you to stop the MotionSaver service and release any keyboard hooks that may be blocking system shortcuts.
Step 3: Folder Structure in D Drive

4. Start the Background Service ▶️

Step 4: Background Service
  • Navigate to the D:/MotionSaver folder. (Do not run from download or any other folder as it may cause issues.)
  • Right-click MotionSaver.bat and select Run as administrator.
  • This starts the screensaver background service in the tray.
  • Press Win + S to activate the screensaver.
By default, the Mercedes AMG video (AMG.mp4) will be used as the lockscreen animation when the screensaver is activated.
You can customize this later by replacing the AMG.mp4 file or using the settings GUI.

5. Customize Settings Using Gui.bat ⚙️

  • Right-click Gui.bat and select Run as administrator in the D:/MotionSaver folder to open the settings GUI.
  • Use the interface to change the video, images, password, or other preferences for your screensaver.
  • After making changes, click Save in the GUI to apply your settings.
Step 5: Customizing with GUI

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) ❓

The screensaver doesn't start with Win + S. What do I do?

Ensure the background service is running. You should see the MotionSaver icon in your system tray. If not, please re-run MotionSaver.bat as an administrator.

System Tray Icon
How do I change the default password?

Run Gui.bat as an administrator to open the settings GUI. You can update the password there. The default password is test. You should change it to something more secure.

What should I do if I get a black screen?

1. Ensure that the extracted folder structure is correct and all files are present. You should launch MotionSaver.bat from the D:/MotionSaver folder.
2. Press Esc to exit the screensaver.
3. Type test (the default password) to unlock.
4. If test does not work, press Ctrl + Alt + Del to bring up the Windows security screen and unlock your PC.

How do I change the video?

You can download a 1080p 30fps video and save it anywhere. Then, run Gui.bat as an administrator, use the option to change the video file, select your new video, and click Save. Make sure to restart the MotionSaver application for the changes to take effect.

Change Video in GUI
My antivirus flagged MotionSaver. Is it safe? 🛡️

Yes, MotionSaver is safe. Some antivirus programs may flag it due to the use of batch files and system-level hooks. You can add the D:/MotionSaver folder to your antivirus exclusion list to resolve this.

Some Windows shortcuts (like Alt+Tab) don't work. Why? ⚠️

MotionSaver uses low-level keyboard hooks to secure the screen, which can block some system shortcuts. If you need to restore them, you can run StopMotionSaver.bat as an administrator. This is a known limitation that we are working to improve.

How do I send logs to the developers? 🐛

You can find the logs folder inside D:/MotionSaver. Please open an issue on the GitHub Issues page, describe the problem, and attach the relevant log files.

My FPS feels glitchy, like it's running below 30 FPS. What should I do?
  1. Try changing the video using the GUI as shown above in the "I want to change the video" section.
  2. Download another short 1080p video (about 10 seconds) from YouTube or any online source and test if the issue persists.
  3. If you still experience problems, please upload your log files under a new issue on GitHub Issues, including your Instagram handle (if applicable) and your Windows version. This will help the developers diagnose the problem more effectively.
I only have a C drive (no D drive). What should I do?

If you only have a C drive, you can still use MotionSaver by extracting the MotionSaver folder to C:/MotionSaver instead of D:/MotionSaver. Make sure the folder structure remains the same.

  • Move the extracted MotionSaver folder to your C:/ drive so the path is C:/MotionSaver.
  • Update any references to D:/MotionSaver in your settings or configuration files to C:/MotionSaver.
  • No D Drive - Use C Drive
  • Proceed with the rest of the installation steps as described above.
  1. Try opening Gui.bat and update all folder paths from D:/ to C:/.
  2. If Gui.bat does not open, manually edit the config.json file in the config folder and change all paths to use the C:/ drive.
  3. After updating the paths, launch MotionSaver.bat from the new location on your C drive.
I am not able to close the lockscreen or the password prompt is not working. What should I do?
  1. Press Esc or try clicking anywhere on the lockscreen. This should display the password field. The default password is test.
  2. If the password prompt does not appear or is unresponsive, press Ctrl + Alt + Del. This will bring up the original Windows lockscreen. Enter your Windows password to unlock.
    • After unlocking, try entering the password (test) again in the MotionSaver prompt if it reappears.
    • Note: This issue can occur if the keyboard hooks are released unexpectedly.
  3. If neither of the above works, press Ctrl + Alt + Del and select the Sign out option. Then log in again to your Windows account.

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