slimhud ☆

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Description:
Replacement for the volume, brightness and keyboard backlight HUDs

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 1.5.3@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Productivity

Tags: macos hud utility customization productivity

Install: brew install --cask slimhud

About:
SlimHUD is a macOS utility that replaces the default system HUDs for volume, brightness, and keyboard backlight controls with a sleek, customizable bar display. It provides a modern, minimalistic interface that integrates seamlessly with the system's existing controls. The tool enhances visual feedback during adjustments, offering a cleaner and more aesthetic user experience.

Key Features:

Replaces default volume, brightness, and keyboard backlight HUDs
Customizable bar appearance (colors, position, size)
Smooth animations and modern design
Lightweight and runs in the background

Use Cases:

Users wanting a more modern look for system volume and brightness indicators
Customizing the macOS interface for a minimalistic aesthetic
Improving visual feedback for media and display adjustments

Alternatives:

BeardedSpice – Focuses on media key control integration rather than HUD replacement.
macOS Default HUDs – Native system overlays; SlimHUD offers superior customization and visual style.

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Aug 23, 2025 12:17pm	1.5.3	0	VERSION_BUMP	5c04c9fd
Jul 29, 2025 9:01am	1.5.3	0	VERSION_BUMP	f75d0fac