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Description

Parole is a contemporary and straightforward media player developed using the GStreamer framework, specifically tailored for seamless integration with the Xfce desktop environment. This player supports various forms of media playback, including local files, DVDs/CDs, and live streaming. Furthermore, Parole can be enhanced with additional features through its plugin architecture, with detailed guidelines available in the Plugins API documentation along with practical examples in the plugins directory. Designed with an emphasis on user-friendliness, performance, and efficient resource consumption, Parole allows users to enjoy local media files, complete with subtitle support for videos, as well as audio CDs, DVDs, and live content. As an entirely free application, Parole is available for anyone to use, share, or modify in accordance with the GNU General Public License. For its standard operations, the GStreamer Base plugins are essential, while the GStreamer Good plugins offer a collection of high-quality add-ons available under the LGPL license, enhancing Parole's capabilities even further. This makes Parole an excellent choice for users seeking a versatile and lightweight media player experience.

Description

Xfce serves as a lightweight desktop environment tailored for UNIX-like systems, designed to prioritize speed and minimal resource usage while maintaining an attractive and intuitive interface. To enhance Xfce's visual appeal and coherence, we developed a new set of icons for our core applications, all derived from a unified color palette to promote consistency across the platform. Additionally, we implemented some implicit design guidelines, drawing inspiration from Adwaita's aesthetics. The Settings Manager has been updated with a revamped filter box that can now be permanently concealed, alongside improved search functions that allow for queries in the descriptive 'Comments' section of each dialog's launcher file (commonly known as .desktop). Moreover, we have combined the previous 'Mime Settings' and 'Preferred Applications' dialogs into a single interface, simplifying the process for users to designate default applications for various file types. This consolidation not only streamlines user experience but also reinforces Xfce's commitment to usability and efficiency.

API Access

Has API

API Access

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Integrations

Azure Marketplace
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Integrations

Azure Marketplace
CachyOS
Thunar

Pricing Details

Free
Free Trial
Free Version

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Free Version

Deployment

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Deployment

Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook

Customer Support

Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

Customer Support

Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

Types of Training

Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person

Types of Training

Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person

Vendor Details

Company Name

XFCE

Founded

2003

Website

docs.xfce.org/apps/parole/start

Vendor Details

Company Name

Xfce

Founded

2003

Website

www.xfce.org

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