amethyst ☆

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Description:
Automatic tiling window manager similar to xmonad

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 0.24.0@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Productivity

Tags: window-manager tiling macos productivity utility

Install: brew install --cask amethyst

About:
Amethyst is a tiling window manager for macOS that automatically arranges windows in a non-overlapping grid layout. It eliminates manual resizing and positioning by managing windows based on predefined layouts like tall, wide, or fullscreen. This tool boosts productivity for power users by maximizing screen real estate and reducing context switching.

Key Features:

Automatic window tiling and layout management
Support for multiple layouts including tall, wide, and fullscreen
Keyboard-driven navigation and shortcuts
Native macOS integration without requiring X11
Customizable via simple configuration

Use Cases:

Developers managing multiple code editors and terminals simultaneously
Power users optimizing screen space for complex workflows

Alternatives:

Rectangle – Similar window management but focuses on manual snapping rather than automatic tiling
yabai – More advanced tiling with scripting support, but requires SIP disabling for full features

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