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Strata Files is a free, open-source file manager for macOS. It combines indexed file search, live folder sizes, and keyboard navigation with tools for organizing files and inspecting projects. - Search files as you type or use plain-English queries. - Browse in dual panes and save tabs as workspaces. - Inspect disk usage, Git status, code, and document previews. - Pause and resume copies, review conflicts, and undo file operations after restarting. - Batch rename files with a live preview and browse archives as folders. - Generate document summaries and plan bulk changes locally. Requires macOS 26 Tahoe on Apple silicon. Apple Intelligence is optional, with built-in fallbacks for summaries and bulk-change requests. Strata is MIT licensed, and its search index and history stay encrypted on your Mac.

MeltKit is a desktop studio for creating animated gradient backgrounds on Mac and Windows. Choose a look, customize its colors, and export it for websites, presentations, or videos. - Explore flow, marble, mesh, aura, ribbons, rings, and other shapes. - Generate six variations in a click. - Layer effects such as grain, glass, and halftone. - Export seamless loops as MP4 or WebM up to 4K. - Save PNG stills up to 8K, JPEG images, self-contained HTML, or React components. A one-time license covers up to three computers and includes version 1 updates. Internet is needed for activation; the app then works offline. Exports can be used commercially.

ChainYourMac arranges windows on a horizontal strip that scrolls beyond the edges of your display, keeping each window at its chosen width. - Navigate with keyboard shortcuts or three- and four-finger trackpad swipes. - Group windows into stacks or tabbed columns. - Set preset widths, gaps, and per-app floating rules. - Keep separate layouts for each display and Space. - Restore window order and stacks after restarting. Requires macOS 13 Ventura or later on Apple silicon. A lifetime license for one Mac costs $19.99 and includes future updates; multi-Mac licenses are available.

Agent Caffeine is a Mac menu bar utility that prevents sleep while AI coding agents are working, then allows the Mac to sleep when work stops. - Track activity from agents including Claude Code, Codex, and Cursor. - Keep the Mac awake with the lid closed during active work. - Allow a configurable grace period when an agent waits for input. - Send notifications when agents need attention or finish. - Pause sleep prevention or stay reachable for a set duration. Closed-lid operation on battery requires an approved helper. Battery and temperature safeguards can release sleep prevention. Includes a seven-day trial, followed by a one-time purchase with lifetime updates.

VMPal is a virtual machine manager for Apple silicon Macs. Run macOS, Windows 11, and Linux environments alongside your Mac apps, with tools for development and AI agent workflows. - Download and install supported operating systems. - Share folders, clipboard contents, and files with guests. - Save snapshots and restore earlier machine states. - Forward ports for guest web servers and SSH. - Connect AI agents through built-in MCP controls. - Import virtual machines from Parallels. Requires an Apple silicon Mac running macOS 26 or later. Perpetual licenses include one year of updates and support; renewal is optional for further updates. A trial is available.

Dockorate is a Mac menu bar app that adds interactive decorations along the top of your Dock. Its first edition features a fall harvest with pumpkins, leaves, and small animated details. - Click pumpkins to smash them and watch them regrow. - Choose decoration density and toggle individual extras. - Follow Dock magnification, resizing, and auto-hide. - Match light or dark appearance and respect Reduce Motion. - Pause decorations for presentations and screen sharing. Requires macOS 13 or later and a Dock positioned at the bottom of the screen. Optional Accessibility access improves the fit. One-time purchase with version 1 updates.

OneMacApp is a native Mac utility suite for working with video, audio, images, PDFs, and text in one interface. File processing runs locally on your Mac. - Convert, compress, trim, and merge videos. - Record, clean up, extract, and convert audio. - Resize images, remove backgrounds, and strip metadata. - Merge, split, sign, and protect PDFs. - Transcribe, extract text, summarize, and translate with on-device Apple frameworks. - Rename files in batches with a live preview. A one-time purchase for macOS 26 or later. Video and audio tools require a separate FFmpeg installation; the app offers Homebrew setup. AI features depend on the required Apple models being available.

Convt is a desktop file converter for images, video, audio, and documents. Convert files on your computer through a right-click menu without uploading them. - Convert common image formats, including HEIC, WebP, PNG, and JPEG. - Change video and audio formats using FFmpeg. - Convert office documents to PDF with LibreOffice. - Export PDF pages as PNG or JPEG images. - Process folders in batches and reuse conversion presets. Available for macOS, Windows, and Linux with a seven-day trial. The one-time Desktop license includes 12 months of updates and continued use of that version. Pro adds optional cloud conversions and ongoing updates through a subscription.

Flyout is a notes application for macOS designed to help users capture thoughts, tasks, and reminders efficiently. It allows notes to slide in from the edge of the screen, enabling quick access without interrupting the user's workflow. This tool is suitable for individuals looking to organize their ideas and tasks seamlessly while working on other applications. - Notes slide in from the edge of the screen for quick access without disrupting your workflow. - Supports Markdown formatting, allowing for structured notes with task lists, reminders, and code blocks. - iCloud synchronization enables access to notes across Mac, iPhone, and iPad, with offline writing capabilities. - Notes can be locked with a password for added security, encrypting their content. - One-time purchase model with no subscription required, covering all devices. Compatible with macOS 14 Sonoma and later, Flyout offers a streamlined note-taking experience directly from the edge of your screen. It allows users to capture thoughts, tasks, and reminders without disrupting their workflow. The app supports iCloud sync across devices, ensuring notes are accessible on both Mac and iPhone.

Gestimer 2 is a Mac menu bar app for setting timers and reminders with a single drag. Drag down from its menu bar icon, and the further you drag, the longer the duration or the later the reminder. - Add a title to a timer or reminder before you let go. - See the time remaining as a countdown in the menu bar. - Keep multiple timers and reminders running at once. - Sync with Apple Reminders to take them to your other devices. - Write multi-line titles, with optional haptic feedback when creating timers. One-time purchase on the Mac App Store, with a free trial from the developer's website and an upgrade path for Gestimer 1 owners. Requires macOS 14 or later.

LocalBolo is a Mac dictation app that transcribes English speech using models running on your device. Hold fn to speak and release it to insert text at the cursor. - Dictate into text fields across Mac apps. - Choose Parakeet or Whisper speech models. - Optionally remove filler words and apply spoken corrections locally. - Restore clipboard contents after inserting a transcript. - Process recordings in memory without retaining them. One-time purchase for Apple silicon Macs running macOS 15 or later. Dictation works offline after setup, but activation, model downloads, and periodic license checks require internet access.

Maccelerate is a native Mac utility for faster transitions between Spaces and supported system views. It changes navigation timing rather than computing performance. - Choose Fast, Faster, or Instant speed presets. - Switch Spaces with configurable shortcuts. - Optionally accelerate supported Cmd-Tab transitions and trackpad swipes. - Trigger Mission Control and App Exposé through configured actions. - Keep settings locally with System Integrity Protection enabled. The free release is MIT licensed and targets macOS 13 or later on Apple silicon and Intel. Compatibility varies by macOS release; Mission Control detection is experimental. Pro features are planned, not yet available.

AtAt is a native Mac assistant that brings your chosen AI agent into editable text fields. Type @@ to request help and insert the response at your cursor. - Connect supported CLI agents, API providers, or local models. - Rewrite and explain selected text. - Use TabTab to complete text across apps. - Search clipboard history and capture screenshots or recordings. - Keep history locally, with optional iCloud sync. Requires Apple silicon and macOS 15 or later. Includes a seven-day trial, followed by subscription or lifetime purchase options. Agent services have their own requirements and costs.

SlapMac is a MacBook menu bar app that reacts to motion with sound effects and other sensor-driven features. - Play sounds with volume linked to detected impact strength. - Adjust sensitivity and cooldown timing. - Trigger sound effects when USB devices connect or disconnect. - Animate the desktop as the lid closes. - Use a motion-triggered alarm with optional camera capture. A paid purchase for supported MacBooks running macOS 14.6 or later. The developer specifies an M1 Pro or newer supported MacBook; Intel Macs are not supported.

Videorc is an open-source desktop studio for screen, camera, and microphone recording and live streaming. The Mac version is currently in beta. - Record locally at up to 4K on supported Mac builds. - Arrange capture sources and preview your broadcast. - Stream to multiple destinations at 1080p30 on the free plan. - Keep recordings in a local library. - Upgrade for higher-quality single-destination streaming and AI publishing tools. Free studio with a paid Premium subscription. Live captions and the Orcle chat assistant are early-stage features; support varies by build and platform.

FaceScreen adds a floating camera view and text overlays to your screen for presentations, recordings, and calls. - Show your face above other windows. - Add your name, website, or social handle. - Customize camera shape, size, filters, and overlay styling. - Control the Mac app with keyboard shortcuts. - Use the Mac ring light or mobile Picture in Picture camera. One-time purchase with lifetime updates. Requires macOS 15 or later, or iOS and iPadOS 26 or later.

Causal is an AI canvas workspace for planning creative projects. Arrange notes, images, files, and references spatially, with an assistant that uses the board as context. - Collect rich-text notes, media, documents, and links on an infinite canvas. - Ask AI to create and organize content directly on the board. - Organize projects with collections, nested canvases, and an unsorted tray. - Start from templates for research, branding, websites, and storyboards. - Share read-only canvases or connect an external agent through MCP. Available on the web and as a Mac desktop app. A permanent free plan includes limited content and AI usage; Pro increases those limits.

Tuneful is a native Mac app for controlling Spotify and Apple Music without switching to their main windows. Choose a notch player, menu bar popover, or compact mini player. - Play, pause, skip tracks, and adjust volume. - Choose an audio output device from the menu bar. - Save favorite songs from the player. - Customize controls, keyboard shortcuts, and mini player styles. - Use trackpad gestures and sync settings through iCloud. The current App Store version requires macOS 15 or later and is sold as a one-time purchase. Spotify favorites require an additional setup.

Forma is a native Mac app for arranging notes, tasks, and drawings on a spatial canvas. Build project boards and organize ideas visually. - Create cards with Markdown, checklists, and nested lists. - Draw and annotate directly alongside your notes. - Color-code cards and align them to a grid. - Track activity with a productivity chart. - Work offline and sync boards across Macs through optional iCloud sync. Requires macOS 14 or later. Available as a one-time purchase without a subscription.

Petal is a Mac app that tracks remaining AI allowances and reset times across your accounts. Check usage without leaving your work. - Monitor Codex and Claude Pro or Max accounts together. - View limits in the menu bar, a movable notch, or desktop widgets. - Browse usage history for individual accounts. - Keep work and personal accounts in one view. - Store account settings and usage history locally on your Mac. Requires macOS 14 or later on Apple silicon or Intel. A one-time purchase includes lifetime updates; AI subscriptions are separate. Additional provider connections are available in beta.

Capy is an AI transcription and translation app for meetings, lectures, and voice notes. It turns speech into searchable notes with summaries for later review. - Capture live speech with timestamps. - Read translations alongside the original transcript. - Generate summaries organized by topic. - Search notes using natural-language queries. - Share transcripts and summaries. Free to download with a three-day trial; continued full access requires an auto-renewing subscription.