I built a window manager that saves your whole desktop, which browser tabs are open, what terminal directories you're in, which editor projects are loaded, and puts it all back with one shortcut. $7.99 one time payment

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What apps have you replaced with native macOS alternatives?

I’ve been trying to gradually replace some of the apps I use daily with more native macOS alternatives.

Not that web apps are bad, but I’ve noticed I personally work better with tools that feel more “at home” on macOS — faster to launch, better keyboard shortcuts, less overhead.

For example, I’ve made a few switches recently:

\- Moved away from Obsidian after running into some rendering inconsistencies that started to bother me over time(switching to bear)

\- Using Safari instead of Chrome/Edge for better performance and system integration

\- Recently tried Zed instead of VSCode — not fully native, but surprisingly fast and lightweight

Still trying to reduce reliance on heavier or browser-based tools where it makes sense.

Curious what others here have replaced — especially for writing, research, or productivity workflows.

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File Arbor — Rule-based file organizer | Free + $24.99 USD Lifetime | macOS & Windows

https://redd.it/1sleqpw
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A Mac app inspired by the feel of classic rhythm games, but for piano

https://redd.it/1sloyt0
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FileMate – simple metadata viewer & editor for macOS

**Problem**

I often need to view and edit file metadata (EXIF, audio tags, etc.). I used to rely on “Any File Info,” but it hasn’t been updated in years and stopped working on Apple Silicon.

macOS “Get Info” is fine for basic info, but it hides most metadata and isn’t great for editing.

**Comparison**

Compared to “Any File Info” and macOS “Get Info”:

* FileMate works on Apple Silicon and is actively maintained
* Shows more detailed metadata (EXIF, audio/video, PDFs)
* Lets you edit common tags and export images without sensitive data (like GPS)

**Pricing**

Free

Mac App Store: [https://apps.apple.com/us/app/filemate-file-metadata-editor/id6761747283?mt=12](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/filemate-file-metadata-editor/id6761747283?mt=12)

Landing page: [https://filemate.homielab.com/](https://filemate.homielab.com/)

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Ejectify 2 now available: No more Disk Not Ejected Properly notifications (+ intro discount)

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DataSweeper: find out why your Mac is full in 60 seconds. Pay once, use forever.

https://redd.it/1sm7ftg
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Kanban Pro - a fully native project manager.
https://redd.it/1smct7q
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Kanban Pro - a fully native project manager.

https://redd.it/1smddee
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How to gain Post Approval in r/MacApps with "Read the Rules"
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