Macscope
The intelligent window switcher that transforms how you navigate macOS. Built for developers, designers, and anyone who values efficiency.
Features
- Live Preview
- No registration required
- Works Offline
- Ad-free
- Support for Multiple Monitors
- Window Switching
- Support for Keyboard Shortcuts
- Integrated Search
Tags
- mac-utility
- window-switcher
Macscope News & Activities
Recent activities
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POX added Macscope as alternative to Spatial Dock- POX added Window Manager as a feature to Macscope
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Macscope information
What is Macscope?
Macscope transforms window switching from a guessing game into instant, visual navigation. Search through every open window and browser tab with intelligent previews, keyboard shortcuts that adapt to your workflow, and zero learning curve.
Three Steps to Window Mastery
Macscope's intelligent design means you'll be productive from the first shortcut press.
- Press Your Shortcut: A single customizable hotkey (? + Tab by default) opens Macscope. Quick tap for instant switching, hold for the full interface.
- Type & See: Start typing any part of a window title, app name, or even website URL. Live previews show exactly what you'll get before you switch.
- Instant Switch: When your search narrows to one result, Macscope automatically activates it. No Enter key needed—just think, type, and you're there.
Why Default Tools Fall Short
macOS gives you powerful tools, but they weren't designed for today's multi-window, multi-tab workflows. Here's what breaks down:
- Cmd+Tab Cycling Hell: Got 15 apps open? Enjoy pressing Tab 14 times to reach what you need. Macscope shows everything at once with intelligent search.
- Window Guessing Game: "Was that document in the Safari window or Chrome?" Stop guessing. Macscope's live previews show exactly what's in each window.
- Mission Control Chaos: Windows scattered across a massive space with tiny thumbnails. Macscope organizes everything in a clean, searchable grid.
- Browser Tab Blindness: Hundreds of tabs across multiple browsers, invisible to system tools. Macscope treats tabs as first-class citizens you can search and switch to directly.
- Multi-Display Madness: Windows hiding on different monitors with no easy way to find them. Macscope shows all windows from all displays in one unified view.
- Context Switching Fatigue: Each wrong switch breaks your flow. Macscope's visual previews and smart search ensure you land exactly where you intended, every time.
Built for Power Users
Every feature is designed to save time and reduce cognitive load, from keyboard-first navigation to adaptive learning.




