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petal · v0.9.32 • auto-updates
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Multi-window screen sharing where each shared window becomes a native window
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Trust Score 8/10
✓ Open source (Apache-2.0) +3
✓ Active development +2
✓ Licensed +1
✓ Auto-updates +1
✓ Not deprecated +1
✗ New (<1yr) +0
✗ Low installs +0
Version History
v0.9.321d ago0.9.31→0.9.32
Review
Oct 16, 2026Petal is a multi-window screen-sharing tool that transforms shared windows into native desktop windows, ideal for remote collaboration and teamwork.
Enables multi-window screen sharing where each shared window becomes a native window on participants' desktops.
Maturity: Actively maintained with recent commits, though it's an emerging tool with a small user base.
Community: Recent Hacker News mentions highlight its open-source nature and use as an alternative to commercial tools, indicating growing interest.
Pros
- + Open-source and built with Rust for performance and safety.
- + Active development with a responsive community.
- + Ideal for remote collaboration and teamwork.
Cons
- - Low installation count suggests limited testing and adoption.
- - Past issues with stability and compatibility.
Community Mentions
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