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Description:
Utility to set up global mouse gestures

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 3.2.0@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Productivity

Tags: mouse-gestures productivity automation macos utilities

Install: brew install --cask macgesture

About:
MacGesture is a macOS utility that enables users to control applications and system functions using customizable mouse gestures. By drawing specific patterns with the mouse, typically while holding a modifier key, users can execute keyboard shortcuts, launch applications, and perform other actions globally. Its main value proposition is enhancing workflow efficiency by reducing reliance on keyboard shortcuts and menus.

Key Features:

Global mouse gesture recognition across the system
Highly customizable gestures and action assignments
Visual feedback with customizable drawing canvas
Support for complex actions like key combinations and AppleScript

Use Cases:

Quickly switching between browser tabs without keyboard
Controlling media playback (play/pause/skip) from any application
Launching frequently used applications or folders with a gesture

Alternatives:

BetterTouchTool – More comprehensive tool for all input devices but with a steeper learning curve
HammerSpoon – Scriptable automation tool that requires Lua configuration but offers deeper customization

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