QLColorCode vs TextMate
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
QLColorCode
7.0Quick Look plug-in that renders source code with syntax highlighting
TextMate
8.0General-purpose text editor
| Metric | QLColorCode | TextMate |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Developer Tools | Developer Tools |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 208 | 415 |
| 90-day Installs | 719 | 1.3K |
| 365-day Installs | 4.2K | 6.0K |
| Version | 4.1.0 | 2.0.23 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 702 | 14.7K |
| GitHub Forks | 49 | 1.7K |
| Open Issues | 21 | 20 |
| License | GPL-3.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | Objective-C | Objective-C++ |
| Last GitHub Commit | 1y ago | 1y ago |
| First Seen | Nov 15, 2013 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
QLColorCode
QLColorCode enhances your macOS Quick Look functionality by providing syntax highlighting for source code files, making it easier for developers to preview and understand code snippets without opening the file.
Renders source code with syntax highlighting during Quick Look previews.
Pros
- + Quick preview of code files with syntax highlighting
- + Useful for developers to assess code snippets without opening files
- + Enhances productivity by integrating directly into macOS
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Previous compatibility issues with certain macOS versions
TextMate
TextMate is a lightweight, general-purpose text editor for macOS, known for its speed and extensive support for programming languages. It offers features like snippets, plugins, and themes, making it ideal for developers who prefer a minimalistic yet powerful editor.
TextMate is a text editor that supports various programming languages and provides tools for efficient coding.
Pros
- + Lightweight and fast performance
- + Comprehensive support for multiple programming languages
- + Extensive plugin and theme ecosystem
Cons
- - Outdated user interface compared to modern editors
- - Limited feature set compared to other advanced editors