Download For Windows 81 Portable: Microsoft Photo Viewer ((install))

Introduction: The Quest for a Classic Viewer

Microsoft introduced a major change in Windows 8 and 8.1 by replacing the classic Windows Photo Viewer with a new, touch-centric “Photos” app. Many users found the modern app slower, less intuitive for mouse-and-keyboard workflows, and lacking certain simple features (like the ability to view GIFs or easily zoom with the mouse wheel).

Since there is no official portable version of the Microsoft viewer, you can use high-quality third-party portable image viewers that do not require installation: JPEGView Portable microsoft photo viewer download for windows 81 portable

Before downloading and installing Microsoft Photo Viewer for Windows 8.1 portable: Introduction: The Quest for a Classic Viewer Microsoft

  1. If you want a portable alternative (no install, runs from USB)