cd_to vs OpenInTerminal-Lite
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
cd_to
6.0Finder Toolbar app to open the current directory in the Terminal
OpenInTerminal-Lite
7.0Finder Toolbar app to open the current directory in Terminal
| Metric | cd_to | OpenInTerminal-Lite |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Developer Tools | Developer Tools |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | - | 280 |
| 90-day Installs | 5 | 658 |
| 365-day Installs | 14 | 1.9K |
| Version | 2.8.0 | 1.2.7 |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 131 | 6.7K |
| GitHub Forks | 10 | 278 |
| Open Issues | 3 | 40 |
| License | MIT | MIT |
| Language | Python | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 7y ago | 1y ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Apr 22, 2019 |
Reviews
cd_to
cd_to is a Finder toolbar app that integrates Terminal access directly from Finder, making it easier for developers to switch contexts. It offers a quick way to open the current directory in Terminal or alternative shells like iTerm.
Enables users to open the current Finder directory in Terminal with a single click.
Pros
- + Provides seamless integration between Finder and Terminal
- + Lightweight and simple to use
- + Supports alternative terminal applications like iTerm
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Inactive development with open issues
OpenInTerminal-Lite
OpenInTerminal-Lite is a Finder toolbar app that allows users to quickly open the current directory in Terminal or other terminal emulators. It simplifies workflow for developers and power users who frequently switch between Finder and the terminal.
Adds a toolbar item to macOS Finder to open the current directory in Terminal, iTerm, Hyper, or Alacritty.
Pros
- + Finder toolbar integration for quick terminal access
- + Supports multiple terminal emulators
- + Open-source with MIT license
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Open issues suggest possible maintenance needs