Advanced Options

This chapter covers material beyond the basic setup and configuration. For networking topics — subnetting, static routes, and choosing a show network layout — see the Networking chapters.

Projector Control

FPP can control a projector (for example to power it on before the show and off afterwards) using scheduled Commands, scripts, GPIO, or network/serial control depending on the projector. Combine a scheduled Command entry a few minutes before the show with the appropriate projector control method.

Plugin Development

Plugins extend FPP with new pages, commands, playlist entry types and outputs. The Plugin Manager includes a Template Plugin to help authors with the required structure; a plugin provides a pluginInfo.json describing itself and hooks into the relevant FPP menus. Refer to the FPP developer documentation in the repository for the plugin API and packaging details.

Note

This chapter summarises the most‑referenced advanced topics. The FPP forums, the xLights Zoom Room, and the developer documentation in the FPP GitHub repository are the best resources for deeper or edge‑case configurations.