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Drive and Photo Service:Client logon

Last Updated:Jun 03, 2026

Log on to Drive and Photo Service (PDS) Developer Edition through a browser, PC client, or mobile client to manage files and browse photo albums.

Logon methods

PDS Developer Edition supports three logon methods: Web UI, PC client, and mobile client. Each method works with multiple account systems. To connect an account, see Account connection.

Web UI logon

Log on directly through a browser — no client installation needed. Use this method for quick access or when working across different devices.

For more information, see BasicUI.

PC client and mobile client logon

Choose based on your workflow:

  • PC client: Best for complex business workflows and long-running sessions.

  • Mobile client: Best for mobile work — upload and download files from anywhere.

For more information, see PC client and mobile client logon.

Desktop client operations

Generate a desktop client

Generate and install a PDS desktop client for Windows, macOS, or Linux. For steps and prerequisites, see Generate a desktop client.

Launch the desktop client via URL scheme

Use a URLScheme to launch the PDS desktop client and trigger specific actions, such as opening a page or downloading a file. For URLScheme parameters and URL construction, see Evoke a desktop client.

Export logs

Export system operation logs and other diagnostic information to troubleshoot issues. For more information, see Export logs.

FAQ regarding the desktop client

Common issues and solutions for the PDS desktop client. For more information, see FAQ regarding the desktop client.