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SlimHUD

slimhud · v1.5.3 • auto-updates • deprecated

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Replacement for the volume, brightness and keyboard backlight HUDs

brew install --cask slimhud
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Trust Score 6/10
Open source (GPL-3.0) +3
Active development +0
Licensed +1
Auto-updates +1
Deprecated +0
Established (>1yr) +1
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Review

Mar 10, 2026

SlimHUD is a sleek replacement for macOS's default volume, brightness, and keyboard backlight HUDs, offering customization and a cleaner interface. It's ideal for users seeking a more refined and visually appealing system interaction experience.

SlimHUD replaces the standard macOS HUDs for volume, brightness, and keyboard backlight with customizable, minimalist overlays.

Maturity: The project is mature, with active maintenance and a strong community following.

Community: Community discussion is limited, with only a few mentions on Hacker News and Reddit.

Pros

  • + Customizable and minimalist interface
  • + Actively maintained with regular updates
  • + Lightweight and efficient

Cons

  • - Potential for HUD overlap with other system elements
  • - Occasional conflicts with macOS default HUDs
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SwiftLast commit: Jul 27, 2025