default-handler ☆

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Description:
Utility for changing default URL scheme handlers

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 1.1.1,8@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: System utilities

Tags: macos utility url-handler system-tools productivity

Install: brew install --cask default-handler

About:
Default Handler is a macOS utility that simplifies the management of default URL scheme handlers. It provides a user-friendly interface to assign specific protocols like http, https, or custom app schemes to your preferred applications. This tool is ideal for users who need to override system defaults or manage complex development environments.

Key Features:

GUI for managing URL scheme associations
Supports custom application protocols
Simple interface for overriding system defaults
Handles both http/https and custom schemes

Use Cases:

Setting a specific browser for certain web links
Assigning custom protocols to development applications
Managing URL handlers for multiple browser installations

Alternatives:

duti – Command-line utility for default app associations, lacks GUI
RCDefaultApp – Older preference pane, may not support latest macOS versions

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