Description:
Note-taking application
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Type: Cask
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Latest Version: 1.6.6@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:
notes
markdown
productivity
macos
writing
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Install:
brew install --cask sidenotes
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About:
SideNotes is a minimalist note-taking application designed for macOS. It allows users to quickly capture thoughts via a transparent, always-on-top interface that slides in from the screen edge. The tool focuses on speed and accessibility, enabling productivity without disrupting the current workflow.
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Key Features:
- Transparent, overlay-style interface
- Markdown support for formatting
- Instant search and quick capture
- Organized into projects and categories
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Use Cases:
- Capturing temporary information like URLs or code snippets
- Maintaining a daily scratchpad or meeting notes
- Storing quick reminders accessible via hotkey
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Alternatives:
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Apple Notes
– Native and free, but lacks the transparent overlay and speed-focused UI.
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Drafts
– More powerful automation and action features, but operates as a standard windowed app.
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| Sep 21, 2026 7:52am |
1.6.6 |
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5736bd53 |
| Sep 7, 2026 1:48pm |
1.6.5 |
0 |
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68332852 |
| Sep 4, 2026 10:51am |
1.6.4 |
0 |
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20b227bd |
| Jul 23, 2026 8:05am |
1.6.3 |
0 |
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a6152ad8 |
| Jun 17, 2026 6:06pm |
1.6.2 |
0 |
VERSION_BUMP |
6d3dbee6 |
| May 20, 2026 5:42pm |
1.6.1 |
0 |
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f4713241 |
| May 14, 2026 11:24am |
1.6.0 |
0 |
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57d50c9b |
| Mar 31, 2026 7:57pm |
1.5.4 |
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f6b4d6c8 |
| Feb 23, 2026 7:48pm |
1.5.3 |
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fee7722d |
| Sep 15, 2025 11:36pm |
1.5.1 |
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27101997 |
| Nov 15, 2023 9:28am |
1.4.13 |
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378cb30c |
| Apr 3, 2023 9:57am |
1.4.11 |
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2d66b547 |
| Mar 17, 2023 9:11am |
1.4.10 |
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d8a0eda5 |
| Feb 21, 2023 10:45am |
1.4.9 |
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c71c1fd1 |
| Oct 13, 2022 11:14pm |
1.4.8,211 |
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3e4fd95e |
| Jun 30, 2022 3:31am |
1.4.7,188 |
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