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Problem
Users struggle with managing multiple windows on macOS efficiently.
Drawbacks: Without a window manager, users waste time resizing and repositioning windows manually.
Solution
A macOS window manager tool
Core features: Snapping windows into predefined zones, improving productivity by organizing windows similar to a Japanese bento box or FancyZones on Windows.
Customers
Mac users who work with multiple applications simultaneously and seek better window organization for improved workflow.
Occupation or specific position: Designers, developers, project managers, writers, and anyone who multitasks on a macOS system.
Unique Features
Efficient window organization inspired by Japanese bento boxes and FancyZones on Windows.
Boosts productivity by streamlining window management and reducing the manual effort of resizing and positioning windows.
User Comments
Saves me so much time rearranging windows!
Great tool for multitasking on a Mac.
Love the bento box approach to window organization.
Really helps me stay focused and organized.
Highly recommended for Mac power users.
Traction
Gained 15,000 users within the first month of launch.
Featured on various tech platforms and received positive reviews from users.
Active community engagement on forums and social media.
Market Size
$3.4 billion global market size for window management software in 2021.
Growing demand due to increased remote work and the need for efficient task management.
Snap – Window Manager for macOS
Effortless window management for power users on macOS.
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Problem
Users manually manage window layouts on macOS, which is time-consuming and inefficient. manually manage window layouts
Solution
A macOS window manager tool allowing users to snap, move, and resize windows instantly via shortcuts, mimicking Fancy Zones functionality.
Customers
Power users on macOS (developers, designers, multitaskers) needing efficient screen organization.
Unique Features
Keyboard shortcut integration, real-time window snapping, and Mac wake-keeping functionality.
User Comments
Saves time vs manual resizing
Seamless shortcut integration
Lacks Fancy Zones parity
Steep learning curve
Pricing concerns
Traction
Ranked #1 Product of the Day on Product Hunt, 500+ upvotes. Founder @mattrubin has 2.3K GitHub followers.
Market Size
Global PC productivity software market valued at $44 billion (2023). macOS has 100M+ active users.
A new 3D Window manage App on MacOS
3D Window manager
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Problem
Users managing multiple windows on macOS face difficulty due to cluttered 2D layouts and inefficient window navigation, leading to reduced productivity.
Solution
A 3D window management app that organizes windows in a spatial 3D interface, allowing users to visually locate, switch, and manage applications effortlessly. Example: Arrange windows in layers or stacks for WYSIWYG workflow.
Customers
Mac power users, multitaskers, and professionals like designers or developers who frequently juggle multiple apps/windows.
Unique Features
3D spatial organization, dynamic window grouping, visual layer-based navigation, and WYSIWYG workflow optimization tailored for macOS.
Traction
Launched on ProductHunt (2024-06-26), 500+ active users, macOS-only v1.0 with basic 3D management features.
Market Size
The global productivity software market was valued at $47.69 billion in 2023 (Grand View Research).
Lasso - window manager for macOS
Easily organize windows with just a few clicks
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Problem
Users experience frustration and inefficiency with organizing windows on macOS due to frustrating, hard-to-remember keyboard shortcuts.
Solution
Lasso Window Manager for macOS is a desktop application that facilitates the organization of windows with an easy-to-use grid system, allowing users to click and drag to easily move and resize their windows without relying on complex keyboard shortcuts.
Customers
macOS users who frequently work with multiple applications and need an efficient way to organize their desktop space.
User Comments
Saves time and frustration
Intuitive and easy to use
Enhances productivity
A must-have for multi-taskers
Simple yet very effective
Traction
The lack of specific traction data prevents an accurate assessment of user base, revenue, or version updates at this time.
Market Size
The macOS utility software market does not have readily available specific statistics, but the growing number of macOS users and the increasing demand for productivity tools suggest a significant and expanding market.
Robata macOS app
macOS window selector
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Problem
Users struggle with managing multiple open windows and applications on macOS, leading to inefficiency and difficulty in navigating through different tasks.
Solution
An macOS app providing a window selector feature that allows users to easily switch between and manage multiple open windows and applications on their Mac.
Allows users to efficiently navigate and switch between different windows and applications on their Mac.
Customers
Professionals, developers, designers, and individuals who work with multiple open windows and applications on their Mac and seek better window management.
Unique Features
Simple yet effective window selector for macOS users.
Enhanced multi-window management capabilities.
User Comments
Intuitive and easy to use interface.
Great tool for staying organized while working on Mac.
Efficiently improves workflow for handling multiple windows.
Traction
Robata has gained traction on ProductHunt with positive feedback and engagement from users.
Specific quantitative data is not available.
Market Size
The market size for macOS window management tools and applications is significant, with a growing user base of professionals and individuals seeking to enhance their productivity on Mac devices.
Windows Shortcuts for macOS
Your fingers don't have to learn a new OS.
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Problem
Users transitioning from Windows to macOS must manually adapt to new keyboard shortcuts, leading to inefficiency and a steep learning curve when relearning shortcuts.
Solution
A shortcuts remapping tool that instantly adjusts macOS keyboard shortcuts to mimic Windows behavior, enabling users to retain familiar Windows shortcuts on macOS without configuration.
Customers
Professionals transitioning from Windows to macOS, such as developers, designers, and writers seeking productivity continuity.
Unique Features
Real-time remapping of macOS shortcuts to match Windows defaults, requiring no manual setup.
User Comments
Saves time for new Mac users
Eliminates frustration of relearning shortcuts
Seamless transition experience
Free and browser-based
Highly recommended for Windows switchers
Traction
Launched 3 months ago, browser-based, 68 upvotes on ProductHunt, free to use.
Market Size
The global macOS user base exceeds 100 million active users, with millions transitioning annually from Windows.
PasteIt - Clipboard Manager
Clipboard manager for Windows with OCR on screenshots
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Problem
Users struggle to keep track of copied information and screenshots
Inefficient workflow in managing clipboard content
Solution
Windows clipboard manager with OCR on screenshots
Helps users save time by automatically organizing and storing copied text and screenshots for easy access
Customers
Professionals working with extensive text and image data
IT professionals, researchers, designers, writers, and students
Unique Features
OCR on screenshots for text extraction
Automatic organization and storage of copied content
User-friendly interface with quick access to clipboard history
User Comments
Fast and efficient tool for managing clipboard content
Great time-saver for storing and retrieving copied information
Intuitive design makes it easy to access clipboard history
Useful for both text and image-based tasks
Reliable OCR functionality for screenshots
Traction
Over 10,000 downloads on the product's website
Featured on Product Hunt with positive user feedback
Continuously growing user base and engagement
Market Size
Global clipboard manager market valued at approximately $300 million in 2021
WindowWeaver
Effortless Window Management for macOS - Boost Productivity!
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Problem
Users face challenges in managing multiple windows on macOS, leading to inefficient workspace organization.
managing multiple windows on macOS
Solution
An open-source macOS app
snap, center, and organize windows using customizable keyboard shortcuts to improve productivity.
Customers
macOS users, productivity enthusiasts, and tech-savvy individuals seeking improved window management functionalities.
Unique Features
Customizable keyboard shortcuts for efficient window management.
User Comments
Highly useful for improving productivity.
Simple and intuitive user interface.
Customizable features make it versatile.
Open-source nature is appreciated.
Some users desire more advanced features.
Traction
New product with growing user interest; no specific data on user count or revenue provided.
Market Size
The global productivity management software market was valued at approximately $45.81 billion in 2020 and is expected to grow significantly.
AirClipboard - macOS Clipboard Manager
Smarter copy. Instant past. Fully native.
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Problem
Users manually manage clipboard content on macOS, leading to inefficiency and potential data loss due to lack of persistent clipboard history and easy access to copied items
Solution
A macOS clipboard manager tool that lets users track clipboard history with quick search and instant paste, ensuring seamless reuse of copied text, links, or files
Customers
Content creators, developers, researchers, and administrative professionals who frequently copy-paste data and need organized, instant access to clipboard history
Unique Features
Lightweight, privacy-focused design with native macOS integration, offline functionality, and fast search/instant paste using keyboard shortcuts
User Comments
Simplifies multitasking on Mac
Lacks bloat of other clipboard tools
Saves time with searchable history
Privacy-first approach is reassuring
Seamless integration with macOS
Traction
Launched in 2023 with native macOS app, prioritizes offline privacy (no cloud sync), exact user/MRR data unspecified but 230+ Product Hunt upvotes at launch
Market Size
The global productivity software market, including clipboard managers, is projected to reach $96.36 billion by 2028 (Fortune Business Insights)
CodeSwissKnife - Tools macOS and Windows
Focus on Productivity with Secure, Offline Developer Tools
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Problem
Users face challenges with multiple tools for different development tasks
Lack of security and offline accessibility in existing developer tools
Solution
A versatile, offline developer toolkit for macOS and Windows
Includes 17+ essential tools like JSON/XML formatters, Base64/HTML/URL encoders, regex testers, hash generators, markdown/html previewers
Customers
Developers, programmers, and coders who require a comprehensive toolkit for various development tasks
Unique Features
Offline functionality for secure and uninterrupted workflow
Integration of multiple essential tools in a single platform
User Comments
Simplifies my workflow and enhances productivity
Great selection of tools, very useful for my development tasks
Love the offline feature, improves security and reliability
User-friendly interface and quick access to essential tools
Highly recommended for developers looking for a versatile toolkit
Traction
ProductHunt: received positive feedback and high user engagement
Growing user base with increasing downloads
Continual updates and enhancements based on user feedback
Market Size
The global developer tools market was valued at $11.72 billion in 2020 and is expected to reach $20.65 billion by 2026