keyboardcleantool ☆

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Description:
Blocks all Keyboard and TouchBar input

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 7@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: System utilities

Tags: keyboard utility macos productivity input

Install: brew install --cask keyboardcleantool

About:
KeyboardCleanTool is a utility that temporarily disables all keyboard and TouchBar input on macOS. It runs in the background to prevent accidental keystrokes while you clean your device's surface. The tool provides a simple toggle to instantly restore normal input functionality when you are done.

Key Features:

Blocks all keyboard and TouchBar input with a single click
Runs discreetly in the background without a visible window
Provides an easy toggle to instantly restore input functionality
Lightweight and requires minimal system resources

Use Cases:

Safely cleaning your MacBook keyboard without triggering unwanted commands
Preventing accidental input during screen sharing or presentations
Wiping down the TouchBar without activating system functions

Alternatives:

Karabiner-Elements – A powerful keyboard customizer that can remap keys, but is more complex to configure for this specific task.
BetterTouchTool – Offers input blocking as part of a broader suite of customization features, making it heavier than this dedicated tool.

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Dec 11, 2023 10:34pm	6	0	VERSION_BUMP	138f56dd
Dec 10, 2023 3:28pm	5	0	VERSION_BUMP	279913bf