QLPrettyPatch vs QuickJSON
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
QLPrettyPatch
6.0Quick Look plugin to view patch files
QuickJSON
7.0Quick Look plugin to pretty-print JSON
| Metric | QLPrettyPatch | QuickJSON |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Developer Tools | Developer Tools |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 25 | 41 |
| 90-day Installs | 100 | 102 |
| 365-day Installs | 602 | 256 |
| Version | 1.0 | 1.0.0 |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 91 | 86 |
| GitHub Forks | 5 | 9 |
| Open Issues | 1 | 2 |
| License | BSD-2-Clause | MIT |
| Language | C | JavaScript |
| Last GitHub Commit | 10y ago | 5y ago |
| First Seen | Dec 7, 2013 | Sep 30, 2015 |
Reviews
QLPrettyPatch
QLPrettyPatch is a Quick Look plugin that enhances the viewing of patch files, making it easier for developers to review diffs directly within macOS. It offers a clean and intuitive interface, benefiting anyone working with code changes.
QLPrettyPatch allows users to preview patch files using macOS's Quick Look feature.
Pros
- + Free and open-source under BSD-2-Clause license
- + Lightweight and integrates seamlessly with macOS Quick Look
- + Specifically designed for viewing patch files, a niche but valuable use case
Cons
- - No auto-updates, with the last update in 2016, potentially causing compatibility issues
- - Niche appeal limits the user base and community support
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