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Description:
PDF reader and note-taking application

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 1.7.12@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Productivity

Tags: pdf annotation productivity academic macos

Install: brew install --cask skim

About:
Skim is a PDF reader and note-taking application for macOS, designed as a dedicated viewer for scientific and academic papers. It provides powerful annotation tools, including notes, highlights, and snapshots, to enhance research workflows. The application is highly regarded for its ability to export notes in various formats, integrating seamlessly with reference managers.

Key Features:

Powerful PDF annotation tools (notes, highlights, snapshots)
Exportable notes and metadata
Integration with BibDesk and other reference managers
Full-text search and bookmarking

Use Cases:

Annotating academic papers and research documents
Managing notes and citations for scholarly writing
Reviewing and marking up technical documentation

Alternatives:

Preview – macOS built-in, lightweight, but lacks advanced annotation features.
Adobe Acrobat Reader – Industry standard, heavier resource usage, cross-platform.
Zotero – Reference manager with built-in PDF reader and note synchronization.

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Jan 8, 2026 10:38am	1.7.12	0	VERSION_BUMP	b3b2c090