Free Mac apps
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1Piece

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Penc

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

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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.

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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 No longer actively maintained.

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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.

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