PicArrange -- Visually Sort, Search, and Explore Private Images on a Mac Computer

TL;DR

PicArrange is a macOS application that combines advanced image sorting, similarity search, and management features to help users organize and explore their private images efficiently and intuitively.

Contribution

It introduces a modified Self Sorting Map algorithm for visual sorting and integrates multiple macOS APIs for a fluid user experience.

Findings

Effective visual sorting and similarity search implemented

Smooth performance on macOS devices achieved

Enhanced image management workflow provided

Abstract

The native macOS application PicArrange integrates state-of-the-art image sorting and similarity search to enable users to get a better overview of their images. Many file and image management features have been added to make it a tool that addresses a full image management workflow. A modification of the Self Sorting Map algorithm enables a list-like image arrangement without loosing the visual sorting. Efficient calculation and storage of visual features as well as the use of many macOS APIs result in an application that is fluid to use.