# Wedding slideshow during the reception: complete guide

- URL: https://partylio.com/en/wedding-slideshow
- Markdown: https://partylio.com/en/wedding-slideshow.md
- Language: en

How many photos? How long? Which music? Everything about a live wedding slideshow with guest photos in real time.

Project guest photos live on a large screen during your reception. Learn how long it should run, how many photos to expect, which music and how to set it up.

## Why a slideshow during your wedding reception?

A live slideshow on a big screen changes the energy at your wedding. Guests see their own photos within seconds after uploading, and it becomes contagious: everyone starts shooting more. It's the cheapest entertainment upgrade for your wedding and it keeps the quiet hour between dinner and dance floor alive.

## Set up your wedding slideshow in 5 steps

1. **Create your event in Partylio** – Pick a theme that fits your wedding. The slideshow inherits your style and colors automatically.
2. **Print QR codes for the tables** – Spread them across every table so guests know where to upload photos.
3. **Connect a laptop or Chromecast** – Open the slideshow URL in a browser on a TV, projector or tablet. Works on any screen with HDMI.
4. **Start the slideshow** – New photos appear automatically. Average interval: 5-8 seconds per photo.
5. **Optional: let the DJ steer** – During big moments the DJ can replay the last 10 photos. Perfect after the first dance or toasts.

## Frequently asked questions

### How long should a wedding slideshow run?

Continuously through the reception, typically 3-5 hours. Photos rotate automatically, you don't touch it. New photos appear as they come in.

### How many photos do I need?

No minimum. The slideshow starts with what it has and grows with every upload. Usually kicks off with 20-30 pre-shared photos and grows to 300-800 by the end of the night.

### What music works with a slideshow?

Let the DJ or playlist lead; the slideshow works in silence. Optional: soft background music during dinner moments without a DJ.

### What if an embarrassing photo appears?

Turn on moderation: every photo waits for approval before hitting the slideshow. Or delete afterwards with one click.

### Does it work on any screen?

Yes. Any TV, projector, tablet or laptop with a browser works. Chromecast and Apple TV supported too.

## Other languages

- [NL version](https://partylio.com/trouw-slideshow)
- [FR version](https://partylio.com/fr/diaporama-mariage)
- [DE version](https://partylio.com/de/hochzeit-diashow)