500px for Windows 8: Tips to Improve Your Photography Portfolio

7 Best Features of 500px for Windows 8 You Need to Know

1. Clean, image-first interface

• Full‑bleed photo display optimized for Windows 8’s tile and touch UI, letting images take center stage without clutter.

2. Curated feeds (Editor’s Choice, Upcoming, Popular)

• Quick access to curated and trending galleries so you can discover high‑quality work and follow rising photographers.

3. Account integration and notifications

• Sign in to view your Flow, Following, Favorites and receive in‑app notifications for faves/comments and activity on your photos.

4. EXIF and photo details

• View camera metadata (camera model, shutter speed, aperture, ISO) and image information directly from the photo view.

5. Full‑screen viewing with sharing and interaction

• Tap into full‑screen photos with easy controls to favorite, comment, share, and check a photo’s “pulse” (popularity score).

6. Download and manage high‑resolution images

• Browse and download high‑resolution versions (when permitted) and manage your 500px streams from the app.

7. Windows Store integration and touch support

• Native Windows 8 Store app with left‑to‑right navigation, touch gestures and consistent OS‑level commands for a smooth experience.