Install PADS4 Viewers
How to install PADS4 Windows HTML5 Viewer
Requirements
- Windows 10 build 1909 or higher
- PADS4 Server version 2025.1 or higher
Overview
The Windows HTML5 Viewer offers several advantages over the legacy Windows Viewer:
- Supports sync repeat functionality
- Allows orientation changes without modifying Windows settings
- Provides a consistent experience across all HTML viewers
- Can be used as a screensaver
- Easier support for new features
- Improved performance
- Enhanced security via Kiosk mode
- Automatic updates from the PADS4 Server (no manual updates required)
Note: This viewer shares the same limitations as other HTML viewers. Refer to the HTML5 Viewer Known Limitations for more information.
Download
Download the installation package from the provided source.
Download
Installation Instructions
- Run
PADS4WindowsHTMLviewer.exeas Administrator. - Choose the installation directory (or use the default).
- Optional: Uncheck “Configure Windows to launch the PADS4 HTML5 Viewer in Kiosk Mode” if:
- You want to use it as a screensaver
- You want to run it under a regular Windows user
- Accept the License Agreement and click Install.
- Once installation completes, click Reboot to restart the machine.
Initial Configuration
After reboot, the viewer will launch in Kiosk Mode.
- On first launch, enter your PADS4 Server Address and Viewer Name.
- Click Start to connect the viewer.
To access viewer settings or return to launcher settings, right-click anywhere on the screen.
Switching to a Regular User Account
You can exit Kiosk Mode and switch to a standard Windows account in two ways:
- Method 1: Reboot the machine while holding the Shift key. This brings up the Windows login screen.
- Method 2: Use Remote Desktop (if configured) to log in directly using a different user account.
Using the Viewer as a Screensaver
- During installation, ensure Kiosk Mode is not enabled.
- Open Screensaver Settings in Windows.
- Select Pads4viewer as the screensaver.
- Click Apply and OK.
The viewer will now start based on the configured screensaver timer.
Kiosk Mode Script Reference
To review the system’s Kiosk mode configuration, refer to the PowerShell script:
Supported Features & Limitations
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| ✅ Automatic Software Updates | Updates automatically from the PADS4 Server |
| ✅ Offline Mode | Runs presentations for up to 7 days without a network connection |
| ✅ HTTP & HTTPS Support | Both protocols are supported |
| ✅ Max 4 Videos per Page | Up to 4 videos can be shown on a single page |
| ❌ Video Rotation / Seamless / Flip | These video enhancements are not supported |
| ✅ Streaming Support | Streaming via HTTP & HTTPS |
| ✅ Cluster Viewer Mode | Supported |
| ✅ Interactive Elements | Buttons, text, scrolling text, image, tables |
| ✅ PowerPoint & PDF | PowerPoint requires installation on PADS4 Server |
| ✅ Remote Device Management | Managed through PADS4 Agent |
| ✅ Wake-on-LAN | Devices can be remotely powered on |
| ❌ Turn Off Display | Not supported |