Description:
Menu bar browser
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Type: Cask
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Latest Version: 1.7.6@0
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Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
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Links:
Homepage |
formulae.brew.sh
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Category: Productivity
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Tags:
browser
menu-bar
productivity
macos
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Install:
brew install --cask menubarx
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About:
MenubarX is a compact, native macOS browser that runs entirely in the menu bar. It provides quick access to web apps and sites without a full browser window, featuring a command palette for instant navigation. The tool is designed for users who need lightweight, distraction-free web access while working.
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Key Features:
- Runs entirely in the macOS menu bar for minimal footprint
- Command palette for quick search and navigation
- Supports multiple tabs and profiles
- Keyboard-centric workflow
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Use Cases:
- Quickly referencing documentation or dashboards without leaving your main workspace
- Running lightweight web apps (like Slack or Notion) in a compact window
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Alternatives:
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Epichrome
– Creates standalone site-specific browsers from Chrome/Chromium
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Velja
– Advanced browser switcher and link handler with menu bar utilities
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Firefox (PiP)
– Browser with picture-in-picture mode for floating windows
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1.6.2 |
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1.6.0 |
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