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EPUB Spotlight vs sbarex QLMarkdown

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

EPUB Spotlight

4.0
Utilities

sbarex QLMarkdown

8.0
Developer Tools

Quick Look generator for Markdown files

Metric EPUB Spotlight sbarex QLMarkdown
Category Utilities Developer Tools
AI Score 4.0 8.0
30-day Installs 3 4.1K
90-day Installs 9 10.2K
365-day Installs 75 24.1K
Version 1.8 1.5.1
Auto-updates No Yes
Deprecated Yes No
GitHub Stars 576 2.4K
GitHub Forks 57 65
Open Issues 10 25
License BSD-3-Clause GPL-3.0
Language C C++
Last GitHub Commit 8y ago 3mo ago
First Seen Aug 9, 2023 Nov 15, 2013

Reviews

EPUB Spotlight

EPUB Spotlight is a macOS plugin that enables quick preview and Spotlight search for ePub files, making it a useful tool for readers who frequently work with digital books. Despite its functionality, it is outdated and may not work on newer macOS versions.

EPUB Spotlight allows users to quickly preview and search ePub files using macOS's Quick Look and Spotlight features.

Pros

  • + Quick Look and Spotlight integration for ePub files.
  • + BSD-3-Clause license allows for free use and modification.
  • + Functional for older macOS versions.

Cons

  • - Does not work on macOS Mojave and later versions.
  • - Open issues regarding compatibility with macOS Catalina and ePub 3 format.
  • - No auto-updates available.

sbarex QLMarkdown

QLMarkdown is a macOS Quick Look extension that enables users to preview Markdown files directly in Finder. It is particularly useful for developers and anyone who works with Markdown files, offering a seamless and efficient way to review content without opening the file. The app is actively maintained, ensuring it stays up-to-date with the latest macOS features.

QLMarkdown allows users to preview Markdown files using macOS's Quick Look feature.

Pros

  • + Quick and efficient Markdown file previewing
  • + Auto-updates keep the app current
  • + Actively maintained with regular updates

Cons

  • - Persistent dialog issues may disrupt user experience
  • - Scrolling problems can affect usability