DR Spread

DR Spread - Fast Accidental Pairing for Image Collections

A focused tool for graphic designers, art directors, and photographers who need to explore image combinations for spreads in editorial pages and book layouts.

Core Workflow
— Load a folder of images
— Randomize images into spread pairs
— Select spreads you like to lock them in place
— Reshuffle remaining images for new combinations
— Export PDF with filenames for recreation in layout tools

Key Features
— Randomization engine gives you the possibility to discover unexpected pairings very quickly
— Spread selection system - lock good pairs, keep shuffling others
— Works efficiently with large image collections (hundreds of images)
— Project saving to stop and continue work sessions - no link dependencies
— PDF export includes filenames for easy recreation in production tools
— Handles mixed portrait/landscape images with rotation options
— Smart thumbnail caching for smooth performance

Display Options
— Adjustable page size and aspect ratios for layout simulation
— Grid spacing and column controls for spread viewing
— Image fit modes: "Fit" (show full image) or "Fill" (crop to fill frame)
— Image scaling controls
— Landscape image handling (rotate clockwise, counterclockwise, or no rotation)
— Filename display toggle

Designed for professionals who need to explore image combinations through randomization. No complex features - just efficient pairing, selection, and export.

Requirements: macOS 15.0 or later