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Description:
App to hide all open apps except the current one
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 7.3@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @SweetPPApps  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Productivity
Tags: productivity focus window-management macos utilities
Install: brew install --cask hides
About:
Hides is a macOS utility that instantly conceals all background applications, leaving only the active window visible. It streamlines workspace focus by reducing visual clutter without closing other apps. The tool offers customizable shortcuts and temporary hide functionality for efficient multitasking.
Key Features:
  • One-click hide all background apps
  • Customizable keyboard shortcuts
  • Temporary hide with quick restore
  • Menu bar icon for easy access
  • Works with multiple monitors
Use Cases:
  • Presenting screen content without distractions
  • Creating a clean workspace for focused work
  • Quickly decluttering desktop for screenshots
Alternatives:
  • Hocus Focus – Auto-hides inactive apps based on time or activity
  • WindowManager – Broader window management suite with tiling features
  • macOS Stage Manager – Native solution with different workflow approach
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Feb 14, 2026 10:03am 7.3 0 VERSION_BUMP a876d9f0
Feb 3, 2026 7:06am 7.2.2 0 VERSION_BUMP 45ebeedd
Sep 1, 2025 1:07pm 7.1.1 0 VERSION_BUMP b7a1ea9a
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