I built a small macOS app for quick Swift/Python experiments: Notepad.exe

Hey, I’m Marcin. I got tired of opening a full IDE just to test a small Swift idea, so I built something for myself and ended up using it a lot. It’s called Notepad.exe. The name started as a joke, and I never changed it.

It’s a small macOS app for writing Swift or Python and running it right away. It starts fast, keeps the footprint reasonable, and doesn’t ask you to set anything up before you can start typing.

https://preview.redd.it/wis66y9ww42g1.jpg?width=3528&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=683ad82672c8bac36a42dcdace56396236c8a774

I added a set of templates too, because I kept repeating the same setups. They make it easy to jump into something more structured when you need it. And if you want to go beyond quick experiments, you can actually build full apps with it as well.

The goal is a "batteries included" workflow. Single-file Swift with SwiftPM support works out of the box. Switching Swift toolchains works out of the box. Running Swift on Linux targets from macOS works with no extra installs or Docker steps. Just open it and go.

I mostly use it to play with APIs or sketch ideas before they vanish. If you try it, let me know what feels rough in your own workflow or what you’d want a tool like this to do better. Still refining it based on real feedback.

available at notepadexe.com

https://redd.it/1p0x889
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Music miniplayer which stays on top even after switching spaces?

The spotify mini player does this, but i have decided to not use spotify anymore. i just download in lossless

i tried using iina, and apples native music player but their miniplayer stays in only one spays while spotify's miniplayer stays on top even after switching spaces.

any other miniplayers which allow me to do this?

https://redd.it/1p12qye
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Any replacement for Peek (QuickLook Suite)?
https://redd.it/1p11aes
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Collections Database Hits a Sweet Spot

[Collections](https://preview.redd.it/jrmlgh8ub72g1.png?width=2610&format=png&auto=webp&s=011ecc1ab6a87661a551b808e3f8c03b1793164e)



[Collections Database ](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/collections-database/id1568395334) is a user-friendly app by developer Matteo D'Ignazio, with an easy learning curve. It's not made for SQL experts or those who need complicated relational connections. For most Mac users who want a polished and well-supported way to manage and track collections, inventories, and various items, it's almost a no-brainer, supporting macOS and iOS and costing only $6.99 on the Mac App Store for the pro version. There is a free version, limited to 100 records, but sufficient for testing if you want to try before you buy.

# What's To Like

* **Ease of Use**: Made for everyday use without requiring prior database experience or SQL skills.
* **Flexibility**: Over 20 different field types. Easy to customize and adapt for books, media, gear, inventory, etc.
* **Templates**: No need to start from scratch for common database types.
* **Apple Shortcut Support**: Easy to automate.
* **Privacy**: No ads and no login required. Data syncs via iCloud.
* **Price:** Compared to FileMaker Pro, which is a whopping $45 a month.
* **Visual Features**: The ability to use barcodes/images makes it more appealing than just a plain text app. You can add book jackets, movie posters, etc.

# Caveats

* Not an enterprise app for those who need a full relational database with SQL support.
* The free tier is suitable for small collections and testing only.
* Moving single records between collections is kind of janky and not well supported.
* For UI/UX nerds, it can feel like an iPad port because some features don't have a native macOS feel.
* While it does have advanced features like formulas and linking, the documentation could be better, and the learning curve is a little steep in these areas.
* Performance can degrade with large collections (thousands of items) if there are many images and files attached.

I have Collections databases for quotes, specific groups of movies, and tech purchases. I've also found downloadable ready-made databases shared by other users. The developer, Matteo D'Ignazio, has a great reputation for being helpful and supportive, always a plus.

https://redd.it/1p15l48
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Monarch: An app that brings a new level of Productivity, Speed, and Power to macOS 12+ — 48% off + Lifetime updates (Limited availability)

https://redd.it/1p16s0i
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Latest Software Updater - Bugs

Anyone who is using Latest to update third-party apps is experiencing bugs with the app?

https://preview.redd.it/yxkwffng282g1.png?width=1596&format=png&auto=webp&s=4d54cf3da6bc71801ba94050f97c052a02734b7f

For example, this is happening for every app that Im trying to update.

https://redd.it/1p18thq
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[Free App] I built a Safari dark-mode extension for macOS — would love your feedback (Nuit)

Hey everyone,

Hope you're doing well.

I recently released a small macOS app called **Nuit**, a **free Safari extension** that forces dark mode on websites that don’t support it.


Link to download: [https://apps.apple.com/app/id6755113041](https://apps.apple.com/app/id6755113041)

https://preview.redd.it/i1n7njecf62g1.png?width=2560&format=png&auto=webp&s=2175966d9fab502d64cf79f0567f86cb14ba7b84

I made it because I browse a lot at night and got tired of websites blasting my eyes with bright backgrounds, especially sites that ignore system dark mode

# 🌙 What Nuit does:

* Forces dark mode on most websites (even ones without native dark themes)
* Automatically respects your macOS light/dark mode
* Lets you toggle the extension per-site
* Super lightweight, no tracking, no ads, no accounts
* Free on the Mac App Store

https://preview.redd.it/6gty6nahf62g1.png?width=2560&format=png&auto=webp&s=942430d53ab223f83bb1d1ff5e184bc5980ab9f2

If you’re someone who browses late at night or prefers dark themes everywhere, I’d love for you to try it and tell me what to improve.

Thanks, and have a nice day.

Best,

Kenny

https://redd.it/1p12dlx
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Recommendations for offline/local Text-To-Speech Apps That Aren’t Apple Voices?

Is there a Mac app that does text-to-speech locally using an open-source model instead of Apple’s built-in voices? Ideally something that runs fully on-device, supports custom or high-quality voices, and is a one-time purchase rather than a subnoscription.

https://redd.it/1p1dhl4
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Request: Offline/local TEXT-to-SPEECH (not Speech-to-Text) Apps That Aren’t Apple Voices?

Is there a Mac app that does TEXT-to-SPEECH (not Speech-to-Text) locally using an open-source model instead of Apple’s built-in voices? Ideally something that runs fully on-device, supports custom or high-quality voices, and is a one-time purchase rather than a subnoscription.

TEXT-to-SPEECH not Speech-to-Text.

I currently use Speechify which is a subnoscription cloud service. I don't even mind the subnoscription because the chrome extension integration is really nice. But the intermittent latency from overloaded GPU clusters is frustrating for real time speech.

Reposting because everyone answered with speech-to-text suggestions last time.

https://redd.it/1p1fxg1
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Shelfinder — A floating shelf to drag-and-drop your files across Finder.

https://reddit.com/link/1p1jiwd/video/n7guyo2j1a2g1/player

Hey everyone!

I’ve been working on a small macOS utility called Shelfinder.

Shelfinder adds a floating shelf to your Mac, integrated with Finder.

You can drop files, folders, images, PDFs — anything — and keep them accessible while you work. It makes moving and organizing files much quicker, especially when juggling multiple windows.

It supports:

* Dragging files from Finder into the shelf
* Dropping them anywhere on the system
* Visual organization of items in a clean, native UI
* Groups of files
* 100% local

It’s a simple idea, but it removes a lot of friction from everyday file management.

If you want to give it a try, here’s the download link:

🔗 [https://shelfinder.com/download](https://shelfinder.com/download?utm_source=reddit&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=macapps)

https://redd.it/1p1jiwd
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Showcase EasyMinimize - Double-click on dock app icon to minimize windows (looking for feedback!)

**Hey everyone,**


I wanted to share a small utility I’ve been working on called
**EeasyMinimize**
.


\### 🤔 The Problem
I’ve always found it annoying that clicking an active app's icon in the Dock doesn't do anything if the app is already focused. Windows users have had "Dock Minizmize" for years, and on macOS, you usually have to hunt for the yellow button or use a hotkey to get a window out of your face.


\### 💡 The Solution
EasyMinimize runs in the background and gives your Dock superpowers. **Simply click on the Dock icon of any running application to hide it.** Click it again to bring it back.


It turns your Dock into a true toggle switch for your apps, making window management instant and intuitive.


\### ✨ Features
* ⚡️
**Click Dock Icon to Hide:**
Instantly hide the active application.
* �
**Click to Unhide:**
Bring it right back with the same click.
* 🚫
**No Clutter:**
Runs quietly in the background.
* 🛠️
**Native:**
Built for macOS to feel completely seamless.


I’d love to hear what you think! If you have any feature requests or find any bugs, let me know in the comments.

Link for download: https://easyminimize.com/

https://redd.it/1p1mq3r
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Help with Karabiner Elements

Hello. Been using Karabiner Elements without issue for a while now, but one of my complex modifications has randomly stopped working.

The function of it was so when I hold caps lock and use WASD it acts as arrow keys, and when pressed normally, it acts as caps lock.

Now, the first part works, but when I press it normally, caps lock does not activate. I’ve attached the JSON below. Hopefully reddit doesn't break it.

Edit: reddit broke it, so I'll just add a screenshot in the comments.

https://redd.it/1p1nrj2
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Free Disk Analytics and 1-click File Organization - VaultSort

I just updated my macOS app VaultSort and made the disk analytics / system analysis tools free. It gives you detailed info about your drives — file system, free/used space, device characteristics, RAM usage, etc. - all processed locally with nothing sent to the cloud.

VaultSort’s always been focused on local-only file cleanup and organization, but a lot of people asked for a quick way to inspect their disks without digging through Terminal or third-party utilities. So now anyone can use the analysis features without needing the paid version.

If you want to check it out, you can download it here: https://www.vaultsort.com/download

Would love feedback on what system info you’d want added next.

https://preview.redd.it/df804agxab2g1.png?width=792&format=png&auto=webp&s=cc48c2d8615346690688ec5f5e24cdc798559b79

https://preview.redd.it/vpd62o0yab2g1.png?width=788&format=png&auto=webp&s=7b2a90f392316adc9a05d6c42342832d695e25c5



https://redd.it/1p1ptii
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Shortcut everything with Keysmith
https://todayonmac.com/why-click-when-you-can-conquer/

https://redd.it/1p1qz2a
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