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skim · v1.7.17 • auto-updates
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PDF reader and note-taking application
brew install --cask skim 1.2K
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Trust Score 8/10
✓ Open source (MIT) +3
✗ Active development +0
✓ Licensed +1
✓ Auto-updates +1
✓ Not deprecated +1
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✓ Popular (>1K installs/mo) +1
Version History
v1.7.1724d ago1.7.16→1.7.17
1mo ago1.7.15→1.7.16
4mo ago1.7.14→1.7.15
5mo ago1.7.13→1.7.14
Review
Mar 10, 2026Skim is a robust PDF reader and note-taking application known for its efficiency and active development. It offers a modern approach to PDF management with features like annotation and search, benefiting users who need a reliable tool for document review and editing.
Skim is a PDF reader and note-taking application that allows users to view, annotate, and search PDF documents efficiently.
Maturity: Skim is a mature project with strong community support, active development, and regular updates.
Community: No significant community discussion found on Hacker News or Reddit, with mentions being unrelated to the app.
Pros
- + Efficient PDF handling and annotation features
- + Active development and regular updates
- + Built with Rust for performance and reliability
Cons
- - Limited community discussion and engagement
- - Potential confusion with other meanings of 'skim'
Community Mentions
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Jul 2011 NYT Skimmer
Positive sentiment Negative sentiment Neutral / unknown