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kawa-app · v1.1.0 • deprecated
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Alternative input source switcher
brew install --cask kawa-app 37
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Trust Score 5/10
✓ Open source (MIT) +3
✗ Active development +0
✓ Licensed +1
✗ No auto-updates +0
✗ Deprecated +0
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0
Review
Mar 10, 2026Kawa is a sleek macOS input source switcher with customizable shortcuts, ideal for users who frequently switch between languages or keyboard layouts. It offers a lightweight, user-friendly experience with open-source transparency.
Kawa allows users to switch between different input sources using customizable shortcuts.
Maturity: The project is moderately mature with a strong community following but shows signs of reduced activity.
Community: No direct community discussion about Kawa found on Hacker News or Reddit.
Pros
- + Customizable shortcuts for quick input switching
- + Lightweight and user-friendly interface
- + Open-source with MIT license for transparency
Cons
- - No auto-update feature requiring manual checks
- - Development appears inactive with no recent updates
Community Mentions
hackernews
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Aug 2021 The Kawa Scheme Language
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May 2020 The Kawaiization of Product Design
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