[Feature] Option to Display Small Images or low quality images at Original Size in Fullscreen Preview

[seilerkj]

I have searched the existing feature requests, both open and closed, to make sure this is not a duplicate request.

• Yes

The feature

Currently, in fullscreen preview mode, Immich scales all images to fit the available screen space. While this works well for high-resolution photos, it causes small images (e.g., 320×180px) or low quality pictures ( under 1MB ) to appear pixelated or blurry when upscaled.

This is a request to allow small images to be displayed at their original size in fullscreen mode — either automatically or via a user-configurable setting.

Example Use Case:

As a self-hosted Immich user, I archive various small images such as:

UI previews

Screenshots

Scaled-down reference photos

These are often intentionally small. When viewed in fullscreen mode, they are scaled up to full width/height, which reduces clarity and misrepresents their intended presentation. Showing them at their native size would preserve quality and context.

Suggested Implementation:

Add logic in the image viewer component to check for dimensions.

If an image is below a certain threshold (e.g., 500px) or low quality pictures ( under 1MB ), apply max-width and max-height styling based on its original size.

Optionally expose this as a toggle in user settings.

Why This Matters:

This enhancement will improve usability for users who:

Archive low-res or historical images

Store app screenshots/mockups

Work with UI assets or thumbnails

It ensures the viewer respects original image intent and preserves visual clarity.

Related:
If this feature already exists or can be toggled through configuration, I'd appreciate any guidance. Otherwise, I’d be happy to assist in testing or refining it.

Platform

• Server
• Web
• Mobile

[bo0tzz]

#16290