middleclick ☆
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Description:
Utility to extend trackpad functionality
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 3.2.0@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Productivity
Tags: trackpad gesture productivity macos mouse utility
Install: brew install --cask middleclick
About:
MiddleClick is a utility that enables three-finger click and drag gestures on macOS trackpads to simulate a middle mouse button. This allows users to open links in new tabs, close tabs, and perform other middle-click actions without a physical mouse. It enhances productivity for laptop users by bringing desktop-like navigation to the trackpad.
Key Features:
  • Three-finger click to simulate middle mouse button
  • Three-finger drag for alternative to click-and-drag
  • Customizable sensitivity and gesture behavior
  • Lightweight background operation
  • Support for external trackpads
Use Cases:
  • Opening links in new browser tabs with a single gesture
  • Closing browser tabs using middle-click
  • Performing drag-and-drop operations without holding a button
  • Using middle-click in CAD or design applications
Alternatives:
  • BetterTouchTool – More comprehensive gesture tool with broader customization, but heavier and paid
  • MagicPrefs – Adds additional trackpad gestures but less focused on middle-click functionality
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Apr 5, 2026 10:14am 3.2.0 0 VERSION_BUMP ffc7fc3c
Sep 15, 2025 12:27pm 3.1.3 0 VERSION_BUMP d968fbe9
Aug 12, 2025 4:27pm 3.1.3 0 VERSION_BUMP 98dace58
Dec 24, 2023 9:24am 2.7 0 VERSION_BUMP 9c677338
Oct 5, 2023 1:39am 2.6.1 0 VERSION_BUMP 89c1e76e
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