QLColorCode

jpc-qlcolorcode · v4.1.2+m1 • deprecated

6.0

Quick Look plug-in that renders source code with syntax highlighting

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brew install --cask jpc-qlcolorcode

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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, 2026

QLColorCode is a Quick Look plug-in that enhances source code preview with syntax highlighting, making it ideal for developers who need to quickly assess code files without opening them in a full editor.

QLColorCode adds syntax highlighting to source code files when viewed using macOS's Quick Look feature.

Maturity: The project is stable but has not seen updates since 2021, which may limit compatibility with newer macOS versions or languages.

Community: No community discussion found yet.

Pros

+ Integrates seamlessly with macOS's Quick Look feature for a smooth user experience.
+ Supports syntax highlighting for multiple programming languages.
+ Free and open-source under the GPL-3.0 license.

Cons

- No auto-updates, potentially missing security fixes or new features.
- Inactive development may lead to compatibility issues with newer systems or languages.