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cinch · v1.2.4 • deprecated
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5.0
Window management tool
brew install --cask cinch 2
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Trust Score 5/10
✓ Open source (GPL-3.0) +3
✗ Active development +0
✓ Licensed +1
✗ No auto-updates +0
✗ Deprecated +0
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0
Review
Mar 11, 2026Cinch is a window management tool for macOS inspired by Windows 7's snap feature. It allows users to quickly resize and position windows with keyboard shortcuts, benefiting those who need efficient window management for productivity.
Cinch enables users to snap windows to edges or split screens using keyboard shortcuts, enhancing window organization.
Maturity: The project is mature but shows limited recent activity, with the last commit in 2020.
Community: Cinch has historical mentions on HN, primarily from older discussions, with no recent community engagement.
Pros
- + Efficient window management with keyboard shortcuts
- + Free and open-source under GPL-3.0
- + Customizable to suit different workflows
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Limited recent development activity
Community Mentions
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