Pique vs QuickJSON
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Pique
6.0Quick Look extension for syntax-highlighted file previews
QuickJSON
7.0Quick Look plugin to pretty-print JSON
| Metric | Pique | QuickJSON |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Developer Tools | Developer Tools |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 91 | 36 |
| 90-day Installs | 91 | 120 |
| 365-day Installs | 91 | 314 |
| Version | 0.1.0b5 | 1.0.0 |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | — | 86 |
| GitHub Forks | — | 9 |
| Open Issues | — | 2 |
| License | — | MIT |
| Language | — | JavaScript |
| Last GitHub Commit | — | 5y ago |
| First Seen | Jul 1, 2026 | Sep 30, 2015 |
Reviews
Pique
Pique is a Quick Look extension for macOS that provides syntax-highlighted previews of files. It's particularly useful for developers who work with code files, offering a convenient way to view file contents without opening them.
Pique provides syntax-highlighted previews of files using the macOS Quick Look feature.
Pros
- + Quick Look integration is convenient for developers
- + Syntax highlighting improves readability of code files
- + Open-source project with potential for community contributions
Cons
- - Beta version with no auto-update functionality
- - Low community traction and usage (0 installs in 30 days)
QuickJSON
QuickJSON is a macOS Quick Look plugin that pretty-prints JSON files, making it easier to read and navigate JSON data. It's particularly useful for developers who frequently work with JSON, offering a quick and efficient way to view structured data.
QuickJSON displays JSON files in a formatted, readable manner through macOS's Quick Look feature.
Pros
- + Integrates seamlessly with macOS's Quick Look feature for instant JSON preview
- + Open-source under the MIT license, fostering transparency and community contributions
- + Lightweight and efficient for developers working with JSON data
Cons
- - Lack of auto-updates requires manual checking for new versions
- - Project activity has slowed, potentially affecting issue resolution