Free Mac apps
thriftmac

Links to 100% free Mac apps

No in-app purchases. No ads. No subscriptions. No trials. » Learn more


Search 311 free Mac apps

Window Management

1Piece

Multi-functional app includes many options for display and management of windows, some of which are quite innovative.


Helpful?

0 Yes + 0 No = a score of 0

AltTab

Switch focus to any open window — like command-tab for programs, but for windows. Once you’re in focus, you can minimize, close or full-screen the window. Customize the app’s appearance and trigger shortcuts.


Helpful?

0 Yes + 0 No = a score of 0

Amethyst

Automatically tiles windows for you as they are opened. Lots of options for how this is done, plus you can have different setups for different Spaces.


Helpful?

0 Yes + 0 No = a score of 0

Later

Hide all the windows in a session and bring them back when you need them, either manually or with a timer. Great for when you need to clear the decks before a video call.


Helpful?

0 Yes + 0 No = a score of 0

Penc

Use your trackpad to move and resize windows, or snap them into halves and quarters.


Helpful?

0 Yes + 0 No = a score of 0

Rectangle

Another app that lets you move and resize windows, using keyboard shortcuts or snap areas. This one is based on Spectacle, which is no longer being maintained.


Helpful?

1 Yes + 0 No = a score of 1

Spectacle

Organize your windows with easy-to-remember keyboard commands. Put them to the left, right, top or bottom. Put them corners. Centre them. Make them go full screen. It’s a great way to make comparisons, and it works in all apps. No longer actively maintained.


Helpful?

0 Yes + 0 No = a score of 0

Tiles

Easily organize your windows by dragging them to the edges of the screen, using keyboard shortcuts, or clicking on options in the menu bar.


Helpful?

0 Yes + 0 No = a score of 0