{"repo":"nshi/dimsum","free":true,"listed":false,"github":"https://github.com/nshi/dimsum","clone":"git clone https://github.com/nshi/dimsum.git","description":"Minimalist active window highlighting mac app","language":"Swift","stars":32,"topics":["accessibility","macos-utility","menubar-app","minimalist","productivity","swift","window-management"],"license":"MIT","category":"productivity","readme_excerpt":"Dimsum Dimsum is a minimalist macOS menu bar utility designed to eliminate the cognitive load of tracking active focus in cluttered workspaces. By automatically dimming background windows, it provides an immediate visual feedback loop that confirms exatly where your keystrokes are going. Keep your attention on what matters. Requirements - macOS 13 (Ventura) or later Install Download the latest release straight to /Applications from the terminal. Fetching via curl avoids the com.apple.quarantine xattr that browsers attach, so Gatekeeper won't block the unsigned app on launch: On first launch: 1. A menu bar icon (a small dim sum steamer basket) appears. There is no Dock icon. 2. macOS prompts for Accessibility permission — grant it in System Settings Privacy & Security Accessibility. 3. Restart the app after granting permission. Dimming activates automatically. Usage Click the menu bar icon to open the popover: - Enable Dimming — master on/off toggle. When off, all overlays are removed. - Dimming Intensity — slider from 0 (no dim) to 1 (fully black). Changes apply in real time. - Start on Login — registers the app as a login item so it launches automatically. Requires the app to be in /Applications . The app dims all unfocused windows across all displays. Switching focus (click, Cmd+Tab) animates overlays smoothly. Full-screen apps and Space transitions are handled automatically. Development Requirements - Xcode 15+ with Swift 5.9+ - XcodeGen (for project generation) Build Test","default_branch":null,"files":null,"tree":[],"storefront":"/r/nshi","claimed":false,"request_supported":{"post":"https://gitbuyer.com/r/nshi/dimsum/request-supported","requests":0},"note":"indexed from public GitHub; nothing is for sale on this page. Clone it from GitHub. Paid listings live at /search."}