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OpenFolder

Name: OpenFolder
Brand: OpenFolder
Rating: 5 (113 reviews)

Open any folder on macOS instantly

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113 Upvotes

About

OpenFolder is a free Mac utility application with in-app purchases, designed to transform the macOS menu bar into a personalized launchpad. It allows users to collect and quickly launch frequently used files, folders, and applications with a two-step interaction. The app features a glass-textured floating window that is easily accessible without obstructing the view, supports drag-and-drop for importing and organizing items, tracks recently accessed items, and offers auto-start functionality. Its design aims to provide an efficient and elegant solution for maintaining a clean desktop, moving away from scattered aliases and Dock stacks.

Categories & Tags

Mac Productivity Menu Bar Apps #Minimalist #Clean #Functional #Modern macOS #Unobtrusive #Glassmorphism

Color Palette

Background White

#FFFFFF

80%

Text Black

#000000

10%

Apple Blue (Links)

#007AFF

Secondary Text Grey

#888888

Typography

SF Pro Display

Headings and main text

SF Pro Text

Body text and smaller elements

Design Review

The design of OpenFolder is highly effective in its minimalist and unobtrusive approach, which is a significant aesthetic and usability strength. The app is praised for being a '精巧的小程序' (exquisite small program) that is '无感但很有用' (unobtrusive but very useful), directly addressing user frustration with '臃肿的、庞大的程序' (bloated, huge programs). The '玻璃质感浮窗' (glass-textured floating window) suggests a modern macOS aesthetic, aligning with current design trends. The focus on '两步启动' (two-step launch) and '快捷直达' (quick direct access) highlights excellent usability, prioritizing efficiency and a seamless user experience. The overall design successfully balances functionality with elegance, allowing users to maintain a clean desktop while having immediate, discreet access to their essential items.