See the folder, not only the file
Grid, Filmstrip, and Navigator views keep neighboring images visible so the current photo is not isolated from the set.
SnapView
When Preview is not the right tool for a whole folder.
Preview is useful for quick looks, markup, and PDFs. SnapView is for the moment when you need to browse many Mac images with folder context, keyboard movement, and handoff tools.
Built around repeated image decisions
If you are opening one file, Preview may be enough. If you are moving through a folder, comparing nearby frames, marking keepers, and sending files onward, SnapView keeps those decisions inside the viewer.
Review with keyboard rhythm
SnapView keeps navigation, ratings, Pick/Reject, and labels close to the browsing flow for repeated triage.
Handle more photo sources
Open local folders, ZIP archives, Apple Photos sources, RAW files, supported videos, and modern still formats from one app.
Move results into the next step
Selections can move to Finder, Desktop, editing apps, Photos, Quick Organize, Batch Actions, print, or PDF save.
Preview vs SnapView
- Preview: quick built-in viewing, markup, annotation, and PDF tasks.
- SnapView: folder browsing, image culling, format checks, comparison, and photo handoff.
- Use both: keep Preview for system tasks and use SnapView for the folder review stage.
Preview alternative FAQ
- Is SnapView made by Apple?
- No. SnapView is an independent Mac app from SnapWorks Lab.
- Can SnapView open folders instead of individual files?
- Yes. Folder-first browsing is one of the core SnapView workflows.
- Should I uninstall Preview?
- No. Preview is part of macOS and remains useful. SnapView is a focused companion for image browsing and review.
- Does SnapView support RAW and HEIC?
- SnapView supports many ImageIO still formats, including HEIC/HEIF and camera RAW formats supported by the system decoder set.
- Where can I get SnapView?
- Use the SnapView download page for the Mac App Store and direct DMG options.