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Font Smoothing Adjuster vs MacVim

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

Font Smoothing Adjuster

7.0
System Tools

Re-enable the font smoothing controls

MacVim

8.0
Developer Tools

Text editor

Metric Font Smoothing Adjuster MacVim
Category System Tools Developer Tools
AI Score 7.0 8.0
30-day Installs 9 467
90-day Installs 24 1.4K
365-day Installs 222 4.9K
Version 2.0.0 183,9.2.321
Auto-updates No Yes
Deprecated Yes No
GitHub Stars 275 7.8K
GitHub Forks 4 688
Open Issues 1 189
License MIT Vim
Language Objective-C Vim Script
Last GitHub Commit 3y ago 2mo ago
First Seen Aug 9, 2023 Aug 9, 2023

Reviews

Font Smoothing Adjuster

Font Smoothing Adjuster is a macOS app that restores font smoothing controls removed in macOS Big Sur, offering users precise text rendering adjustments. It benefits those seeking clearer text, particularly developers and designers, with a simple graphical interface for customization.

Re-enables and adjusts macOS font smoothing controls through a graphical user interface.

Pros

  • + Restores essential font smoothing controls for users
  • + Lightweight and native macOS application
  • + Open-source with permissive MIT license

Cons

  • - No auto-update functionality
  • - Limited community support and engagement

MacVim

MacVim is a macOS implementation of Vim, a powerful text editor favored by developers. It integrates native macOS features with Vim's robust editing capabilities, offering a strong plugin ecosystem and regular updates. Ideal for developers who appreciate Vim's efficiency and flexibility on macOS.

Provides a macOS version of Vim with native features and regular updates.

Pros

  • + Strong community and extensive plugin ecosystem.
  • + Native macOS integration with features like the file browser.
  • + Regular updates and active development.

Cons

  • - Steep learning curve for new users.
  • - Some historical bugs, though resolved.