augustmuso/bing-wallpaper

Bing Wallpaper App Read Me

Overview

This Python application allows users to download and set Bing wallpapers as their desktop wallpapers. The app also features a simple database for photo storage, allowing users to reset old photos and fetch new ones on refresh.

Features

1. Bing Wallpaper Retrieval: The app fetches the latest Bing wallpaper and downloads it to the local machine.

2. Desktop Wallpaper Setting: Sets the downloaded Bing wallpaper as the desktop wallpaper, providing users with a fresh and dynamic background.

3. Simple Database: The app includes a basic database for storing downloaded Bing wallpapers. This allows users to manage and reset their wallpaper history.

4. Reset Functionality: Users can reset their wallpaper history, removing all stored images from the database.

5. Refresh Functionality: The app can fetch new Bing wallpapers on demand, providing users with the option to update their desktop background manually.

Prerequisites

Before running the application, make sure you have the following installed:

• Python 3.x
• Required Python packages (specified in the requirements.txt file)

Install the required packages using the following command:

pip install -r requirements.txt

Usage

1. Run the Application:

   python main.py

   Or

   python main.pyw

2. Main Menu:

   Upon running the application, you will be presented with a main menu that provides options for downloading, setting, resetting, and refreshing wallpapers.

3. Download Wallpaper:

   Choose the option to download the latest Bing wallpaper. The app will save the image to the specified directory.

4. Set Desktop Wallpaper:

   Select the option to set the downloaded wallpaper as the desktop background.

5. Reset Wallpaper History:

   Use this option to reset the wallpaper history stored in the database.

6. Refresh Wallpaper:

   Fetch new Bing wallpapers manually by choosing the refresh option.

Configuration

• The app allows for configuration of the download directory and other settings in the config.py file.

Notes

• Make sure your machine has internet connectivity to download Bing wallpapers.
• The app may need appropriate permissions to set the desktop wallpaper.

Contributing

Feel free to contribute to the development of this application. Open issues, submit pull requests, and provide feedback to help improve the functionality.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE.md file for details.