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🎨 Better-Posters - Customizing your media library display easily

Better-Posters acts as a bridge for your Jellyfin media server. It replaces standard movie and show posters with custom designs found on btttr.cc. You gain control over the visual style of your digital collection. This plugin works specifically with Jellyfin to update your library images automatically.

🛠️ System Requirements

Before you install this plugin, verify your environment meets these standards:

• A Windows computer with Jellyfin installed.
• Jellyfin server version 10.8.0 or newer.
• Administrative access to your computer.
• Active internet connection to fetch new posters.
• A user account with full administrator permissions inside your Jellyfin dashboard.

📥 Getting Started

You must obtain the plugin files from the official repository. Follow these steps to find the correct download location:

1. Visit the official releases page.
2. Look for the latest release version at the top of the list.
3. Locate the file ending in .zip.
4. Right-click the file and select Save Link As to move it to your computer.
5. Place this file in a folder you can find easily, such as your Downloads folder.

You now possess the file required to add custom posters to your media server.

⚙️ Installation Process

Installing a plugin in Jellyfin involves moving specific files into the server directory. Follow these instructions to complete the setup:

1. Stop the Jellyfin server if it currently runs. Locate the Jellyfin icon in your system tray, right-click it, and select Exit.
2. Open your File Explorer.
3. Navigate to the folder where you installed Jellyfin. This is usually located at C:\ProgramData\Jellyfin\Server\plugins. If you do not see the ProgramData folder, select the View tab at the top of your window and check the box for Hidden items.
4. Open the plugins folder.
5. Create a new folder inside this directory named BetterPosters.
6. Extract the contents of the .zip file you downloaded earlier into this new folder.
7. Ensure the files sit directly inside the BetterPosters folder.
8. Start the Jellyfin server again from your Start menu.

🖥️ Configuring the Plugin

Once the server finishes loading, you must activate the plugin settings within your Jellyfin dashboard.

1. Open your web browser and go to your Jellyfin dashboard. By default, this is http://localhost:8096.
2. Sign in with your administrator credentials.
3. Select the Dashboard icon at the top right of the page.
4. Click on the Plugins section in the left menu.
5. Find Better-Posters in the list of installed items.
6. Click the three dots next to the plugin name and select Settings.
7. Enter your preferences for poster refresh intervals.
8. Click Save to apply your changes.

🔍 Managing Posters

The plugin runs in the background. It checks for new images based on the settings you provided. To trigger a manual update for your library:

1. Navigate to the Library section of your Jellyfin dashboard.
2. Select the specific movie or show you wish to update.
3. Right-click the item and look for the menu option titled Refresh Metadata.
4. Click Advanced and select Replace all images.
5. The system will now pull the custom posters from btttr.cc if they exist for your specific media item.

🚧 Common Questions

The posters do not show up.

Verify your internet connection. The plugin needs to contact btttr.cc to fetch images. Also, ensure your Jellyfin server has permission to write files to the metadata folders.

Can I revert to the original posters?

If you want to use standard images again, remove the plugin from the plugins folder and restart your Jellyfin server. Run a library scan to clear the custom images.

Does this require a paid account?

No, Better-Posters is a free tool. It works with local media files managed by the Jellyfin server software.

How often do posters update?

You set the frequency in the settings menu. You can choose to update once a day or manually trigger updates whenever you add new content.

Is my data private?

Yes. The plugin only talks to the btttr.cc service to match movie titles to images. It does not store your personal viewing history or share your data with third parties.

Your media library will now show unique posters. This enhances the visual look of your collection and provides a consistent aesthetic across your movies and television shows. You can update your settings at any time to adjust how often the server checks for new artwork. If you encounter errors, check the logs located in the log folder of your Jellyfin installation directory to identify potential issues with the connection to the image provider.