Description:
Screen annotation tool
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Type: Cask
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Latest Version: 0.0.45@0
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Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
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Links:
Homepage |
formulae.brew.sh
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Category: Productivity
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Tags:
screen-annotation
productivity
developer-tools
macos
utility
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Install:
brew install --cask drawpen
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About:
DrawPen is a lightweight screen annotation tool designed for macOS that allows users to draw directly over any application window. It provides a simple overlay interface for highlighting UI elements, creating quick mockups, or providing visual feedback during presentations and debugging sessions.
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Key Features:
- System-wide overlay for drawing on any screen or application
- Minimalist interface with essential drawing tools
- Lightweight and low system resource usage
- Quick toggle visibility with keyboard shortcuts
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Use Cases:
- Creating visual bug reports and software demonstrations
- Providing real-time feedback during screen sharing sessions
- Highlighting UI elements during design reviews
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Alternatives:
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CleanShot X
– More feature-rich with screenshot capabilities, but paid and heavier
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Skitch
– Focuses on screenshot annotation rather than live screen drawing
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