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Recording My Current Mac Applications

Kiwi Browser

A mobile browser based on Chromium that supports most Chrome extensions, making it particularly useful for mobile web development.

Features:

  • Chrome Extension Support: Install and use Chrome extensions on mobile.

  • Developer Tools: Open developer tools directly in the mobile version, ideal for testing and debugging.

  • Ad Blocking: Built-in ad blocker for a smoother browsing experience.

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iTerm2

A powerful terminal emulator for macOS that enhances the command-line experience.

Features:

  • Tabs and Split Panes: Easily manage multiple terminal sessions in a single window.

  • Customization: Extensive options for themes and key bindings to suit your workflow.

  • Integrated Search: Quickly find text across your terminal output.

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iShot

A versatile screenshot tool that allows capturing various screen areas.

Features:

  • Multiple Capture Modes: Capture the entire screen, specific windows, or selected areas.

  • Annotation Tools: Add text, arrows, and shapes to screenshots for better clarity.

  • Instant Sharing: Easily share captured images via email or social media.

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Paste

A clipboard manager that keeps a history of copied items.

Features:

  • Clipboard History: Access and manage a history of clipboard items for easy reuse.

  • Search Functionality: Quickly find copied items with a powerful search tool.

  • Multiple Formats: Supports text, images, and other formats, allowing for diverse copying needs.

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Runcat

A fun and functional process management tool that displays a cat running in the menu bar.

Features:

  • CPU Monitoring: The cat’s speed reflects CPU usage, providing a visual representation of system performance.

  • Process Management: Easily view and manage running processes directly from the menu bar.

  • Lightweight: Minimal system impact while offering useful insights.

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KeyCastr

An open-source tool for displaying keyboard shortcuts in real time.

Features:

  • Live Key Display: Shows keyboard inputs on the screen, useful for tutorials or presentations.

  • Custom Shortcuts: Record and display custom keyboard shortcuts for quick reference.

  • Export Functionality: Save and share your shortcut configurations with others.

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CleanMyMac X

A comprehensive system cleaning tool designed to optimize Mac performance.

Features:

  • Junk File Removal: Removes unnecessary files, caches, and logs to free up disk space.

  • Malware Protection: Scans and removes malware for improved security.

  • System Optimization: Provides recommendations for optimizing system performance.

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Bartender

A menu bar management tool that organizes and controls menu bar icons.

Features:

  • Icon Hiding: Hide unneeded icons to declutter the menu bar.

  • Rearranging Icons: Easily rearrange icons to prioritize important applications.

  • Search Functionality: Quickly find and access hidden items.

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Rectangle

A window management tool that simplifies window resizing and positioning.

Features:

  • Keyboard Shortcuts: Use customizable shortcuts to move and resize windows efficiently.

  • Snap to Edges: Automatically snap windows to the edges of the screen for easy organization.

  • Multiple Monitor Support: Manage windows seamlessly across multiple displays.

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Typora

A markdown editor that provides a seamless writing experience with real-time preview.

Features:

  • Live Preview: See the formatted output as you type, enhancing the writing process.

  • Export Options: Export documents to various formats like PDF, HTML, and Word.

  • Custom Themes: Personalize the editor with different themes for a comfortable writing environment.

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Notion

A powerful knowledge management tool for organizing notes, tasks, and databases.

Features:

  • Flexible Document Creation: Create and manage documents, wikis, and notes in one place.

  • Database Functionality: Build databases to track projects, tasks, and more.

  • Collaboration Tools: Work collaboratively with team members in real-time.

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Fork

A free Git visual client that simplifies version control tasks.

Features:

  • User-Friendly Interface: Intuitive visuals for managing repositories and branches.

  • Merge Conflict Resolution: Easily resolve merge conflicts with a clear visual interface.

  • History Visualization: View commit history and changes graphically.

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Warp

A modern terminal application designed for efficiency and productivity.

Features:

  • Command Autocomplete: Intelligent autocomplete suggestions for commands and arguments.

  • Session Memory: Remember previous commands and sessions for quick access.

  • AI Integration: Leverage AI tools to enhance terminal workflows.

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Zed

A next-generation open-source code editor built with Rust.

Features:

  • Basic Editing Features: Supports essential functions like find, replace, and auto-completion.

  • Fast Performance: Optimized for speed and efficiency in coding tasks.

  • Custom Extensions: Extend functionality with community-created plugins.

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He3

A toolbox for developers that includes various dedicated tools.

Features:

  • Utility Tools: Includes tools for video editing, image cropping, and audio conversion.

  • Developer-Focused: Designed with developers’ needs in mind, providing practical utilities.

  • Integration Capabilities: Works well with other development tools.

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Terminus

A terminal emulator similar to iTerm2 with advanced features.

Features:

  • Multi-Tab Support: Manage multiple terminal sessions with ease.

  • Customizable Shortcuts: Tailor keyboard shortcuts to fit your workflow.

  • Theming Options: Choose from various themes to personalize the terminal experience.

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draw.io

A tool for creating flowcharts, diagrams, and UML charts.

Features:

  • User-Friendly Interface: Intuitive drag-and-drop functionality for quick diagram creation.

  • Collaboration Features: Share and collaborate on diagrams with team members in real-time.

  • Cloud Integration: Save diagrams directly to cloud services for easy access.

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Xmind

A mind mapping tool for brainstorming and organizing thoughts.

Features:

  • Mind Mapping Capabilities: Create structured mind maps to visualize ideas.

  • Presentation Mode: Present mind maps in a clean format for sharing with others.

  • Export Options: Export mind maps to various formats for easy sharing.

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These applications enhance productivity and streamline various tasks on my Mac, catering to both development needs and everyday usability.