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MiddleDrag vs LinearMouse

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

MiddleDrag

7.0
Utilities

Middle-click and middle-drag via three-finger trackpad gestures

LinearMouse

7.0
Utilities

Customise mouse behavior

Metric MiddleDrag LinearMouse
Category Utilities Utilities
AI Score 7.0 7.0
30-day Installs 344 5.6K
90-day Installs 643 11.4K
365-day Installs 692 27.9K
Version 1.4.3 0.11.1
Auto-updates Yes Yes
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 120 -
GitHub Forks 2 -
Open Issues 10 -
License MIT
Language Swift Go
Last GitHub Commit 2mo ago 3y ago
First Seen Jan 31, 2026 Aug 9, 2023

Reviews

MiddleDrag

MiddleDrag enables middle-click and middle-drag functionality on macOS using three-finger trackpad gestures, making it ideal for users who rely on these actions in browsers, text editors, or other applications.

Enables middle-click and middle-drag gestures via three-finger trackpad input on macOS.

Pros

  • + Solves a specific need for middle-click functionality on macOS trackpads
  • + Actively maintained with regular updates
  • + Clean and minimal user interface

Cons

  • - Occasional stability issues reported by users
  • - Niche appeal may limit its broad adoption

LinearMouse

LinearMouse is a minimal app that removes scrolling acceleration on macOS, offering precise control over mouse behavior. It's ideal for users who prefer a more predictable scrolling experience.

LinearMouse removes scrolling acceleration and allows customization of mouse behavior for precise control.

Pros

  • + Minimal and focused approach to solving scrolling issues
  • + Addresses a common user pain point effectively
  • + Auto-updates keep the app current

Cons

  • - Limited GitHub activity raises concerns about future development
  • - Unknown license may be a concern for some users