macgesture ☆
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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
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Jan 24, 2023 11:28pm 3.2.0 0 VERSION_BUMP 4da605d7
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