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radial · v5.2.2 • auto-updates
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Gesture-based launcher for apps, text snippets, and scripts
brew install --cask radial 7
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Trust Score 2/10
✗ Open source +0
✗ Active development +0
✗ Licensed +0
✓ Auto-updates +1
✓ Not deprecated +1
✗ New (<1yr) +0
✗ Low installs +0
Version History
v5.2.21mo ago5.2.1→5.2.2
3mo ago5.2.0→5.2.1
3mo ago5.1.0→5.2.0
3mo ago5.0.0→5.1.0
4mo ago4.2.2→5.0.0
Review
Apr 26, 2026Radial is a gesture-based launcher that offers quick access to apps, text snippets, and scripts, making it ideal for productivity and workflow customization.
Launches apps, text snippets, and scripts using gesture-based controls.
Maturity: Moderately mature with active development and a decent community following.
Community: Positive reception on Hacker News, particularly for its innovative approach to radial menus.
Pros
- + Gesture-based interface enhances efficiency
- + Customizable workflows for productivity
- + Strong community interest in the concept
Cons
- - Niche appeal may limit user base
- - License information is unclear
Community Mentions
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Mar 2014 Radial NCAA Bracket in D3.js
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Apr 2013 Creating a Radial Menu in CSS
Positive sentiment Negative sentiment Neutral / unknown