Fotosifter

With a name like Fotosifter, you pretty much get the hang of what this application wants to be all about. Still, it can be so much more than that. This program is more of an organizing tool for your photos. Not only does it offer you a way to clear duplicates and preview all the images you've got in a folder, but it also gives one the ability to add a certain touch to them.

If you've had the pleasure of dealing with this app in its earlier versions, you might have noticed the menus were not quite there yet. Some looked sloppy, some confusing. This is not the case with the most current versions of this application. Everything is clearly labeled and accurately placed within the interface.

One can load a single photo or a folder-full of them. Start by removing any duplicates, especially if you're dealing with a large number of photos. Have your photos organized by date or place. Mark your favorite photos, and keep track of them in their specific section. Be sure to categorize or sift through them. This is, in the end, the main function this program was designed to offer to its users.

If you're keen on using the slideshow function, maybe you're also interested in sprucing up your photos. Add a certain tint to them by playing with white balance, color saturation, exposure, hue, and contrast. These are just a few options that can be implemented. Add filters from the plethora available. Eliminate the red-eye effect and add a bit of blur. Ultimately, check the image EXIF information.

Creating slideshows couldn't have been easier. Select your collection of photos, and decide on a transition effect you'll use to switch from one element to the other. Make your creation as unique as possible. The real interesting fact is you'll have a professional-looking presentation, with finely retouched photos, in minutes if not seconds.

Fotosifter seems to have come a long way with improvements both in its looks and functionality. Aside from dealing with a more robust application, you'll also enjoy the swiftness of each undertaken action. While one must admit that there are plenty of free options, this application still ranks pretty well even for a paid app.