When the Picture Motion Browser was launched, [Information Tool] is displayed.
[Information Tool] is the automated notification function when there is updated information on the Sony Picture Utility software such as Picture Motion Browser.
If you want to cancel the automated notification function, select [Help] - [Information Tool] or [Check for Updates] in the Picture Motion Browser, and uncheck the [Automatically retrieve new product information when Sony Picture Utility starts] in the displayed window.
What is the difference between the [Update Database] in the [Tools] menu and the [Refresh] in the [View] menu?
[Update Database] in the [Tools] menu:
When you add or delete a media file from the registered folder by using the Explorer etc., use [Update Database]. It may take time before the screen display is updated.
[Refresh] in the [View] menu:
When you add or delete a media file from the registered folder by using the Explorer, etc. while displayed in the Folders view, use [Refresh].