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Description:
Software for DNA sequence analysis and annotation

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 3.1.8.1@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Other

Tags: bioinformatics dna-analysis molecular-biology sequence-visualization plasmid-design

Install: brew install --cask ape

About:
Ape is a comprehensive DNA sequence analysis and visualization tool designed for molecular biologists. It provides an intuitive graphical interface for editing, annotating, and analyzing plasmid maps and DNA sequences. Its primary value is in simplifying complex cloning design and sequence annotation tasks.

Key Features:

Interactive plasmid map visualization and editing
Support for multiple sequence formats including FASTA and GenBank
Integrated tools for primer design and sequence alignment
Customizable sequence annotation features

Use Cases:

Designing and planning molecular cloning experiments
Analyzing and annotating DNA sequencing results
Creating publication-quality plasmid maps

Alternatives:

SnapGene – Commercial alternative with more advanced automated cloning features
Serial Cloner – Free alternative with similar basic cloning functionality
UGENE – Open-source suite with broader bioinformatics tools

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