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QLColorCode vs CodeEdit

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

QLColorCode

6.0
Developer Tools

Quick Look plug-in that renders source code with syntax highlighting

CodeEdit

8.0
Developer Tools

Code editor

Metric QLColorCode CodeEdit
Category Developer Tools Developer Tools
AI Score 6.0 8.0
30-day Installs 3 101
90-day Installs 10 280
365-day Installs 66 1.3K
Version 4.1.2+m1 0.3.6
Auto-updates No Yes
Deprecated Yes No
GitHub Stars 38 22.7K
GitHub Forks 3 1.2K
Open Issues - 197
License GPL-3.0 MIT
Language Objective-C Swift
Last GitHub Commit 4y ago 4mo ago
First Seen Aug 9, 2023 Feb 21, 2023

Reviews

QLColorCode

QLColorCode is a Quick Look plug-in that enhances source code preview with syntax highlighting, making it ideal for developers who need to quickly assess code files without opening them in a full editor.

QLColorCode adds syntax highlighting to source code files when viewed using macOS's Quick Look feature.

Pros

  • + Integrates seamlessly with macOS's Quick Look feature for a smooth user experience.
  • + Supports syntax highlighting for multiple programming languages.
  • + Free and open-source under the GPL-3.0 license.

Cons

  • - No auto-updates, potentially missing security fixes or new features.
  • - Inactive development may lead to compatibility issues with newer systems or languages.

CodeEdit

CodeEdit is a sleek, modern code editor for macOS that offers a free, open-source alternative with support for multiple programming languages, live preview, and GitHub integration. It's designed for developers seeking a native macOS experience with a focus on simplicity and performance.

CodeEdit provides a code editing environment with features like syntax highlighting, live preview, and version control integration for developers.

Pros

  • + Modern and intuitive user interface
  • + Built with Swift for native performance
  • + GitHub integration and live preview support
  • + Free and open-source with an active community
  • + Supports multiple programming languages

Cons

  • - Limited third-party plugin support
  • - Still in beta, so some features may be missing or unstable