SlimHUD
slimhud · v1.5.3 • auto-updates • deprecated
Replacement for the volume, brightness and keyboard backlight HUDs
brew install --cask slimhud Trust Score 6/10
Review
Mar 10, 2026SlimHUD 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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