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sbarex QLMarkdown vs QuickJSON

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

sbarex QLMarkdown

8.0
Developer Tools

Quick Look generator for Markdown files

QuickJSON

7.0
Developer Tools

Quick Look plugin to pretty-print JSON

Metric sbarex QLMarkdown QuickJSON
Category Developer Tools Developer Tools
AI Score 8.0 7.0
30-day Installs 4.0K 40
90-day Installs 10.1K 101
365-day Installs 24.0K 256
Version 1.5.1 1.0.0
Auto-updates Yes No
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 2.4K 86
GitHub Forks 65 9
Open Issues 25 2
License GPL-3.0 MIT
Language C++ JavaScript
Last GitHub Commit 3mo ago 5y ago
First Seen Nov 15, 2013 Sep 30, 2015

Reviews

sbarex QLMarkdown

QLMarkdown is a macOS Quick Look extension that enables users to preview Markdown files directly in Finder. It is particularly useful for developers and anyone who works with Markdown files, offering a seamless and efficient way to review content without opening the file. The app is actively maintained, ensuring it stays up-to-date with the latest macOS features.

QLMarkdown allows users to preview Markdown files using macOS's Quick Look feature.

Pros

  • + Quick and efficient Markdown file previewing
  • + Auto-updates keep the app current
  • + Actively maintained with regular updates

Cons

  • - Persistent dialog issues may disrupt user experience
  • - Scrolling problems can affect usability

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