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scoot · v1.3

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Keyboard-driven cursor actuator

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brew install --cask scoot
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Trust Score 6/10
✓ Open source (BSD-3-Clause) +3
✗ Active development +0
✓ Licensed +1
✗ No auto-updates +0
✓ Not deprecated +1
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0

Review

Mar 11, 2026

Scoot is a unique macOS app that enables precise cursor control via keyboard shortcuts, ideal for users who prefer keyboard navigation or those with accessibility needs. It offers a productivity boost by reducing reliance on a mouse or trackpad.

Enables users to move and select the cursor using keyboard shortcuts.

Maturity: The project is mature with active development, evidenced by recent commits and a substantial GitHub following.

Community: No direct community discussion found on Hacker News or Reddit related to the app.

Pros

  • + Efficient keyboard-driven cursor control
  • + Enhances productivity and accessibility
  • + Open-source with active community support

Cons

  • - Limited community discussion
  • - Some UI legibility issues remain unresolved

GitHub

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Issues
BSD-3-Clause
License
SwiftLast commit: Mar 2, 2026

Community Mentions

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Mar 2022 Two-minute battery changes push India’s delivery riders to switch to e-scooters
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Aug 2021 “My scooter was stolen. Unknown to the thief, I hid two AirTags inside it.”
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Jun 2020 Segway ends production of its original scooter
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Jun 2018 Unfortunately, the Electric Scooters Are Fantastic
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May 2018 Charging electric scooters is a cut-throat business
Positive sentiment Negative sentiment Neutral / unknown

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