QuickLookASE vs Syntax Highlight
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
QuickLookASE
7.0Quick Look generator for Adobe Swatch Exchange files
Syntax Highlight
7.5Quicklook extension for source files
| Metric | QuickLookASE | Syntax Highlight |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Media & Design | Developer Tools |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 7.5 |
| 30-day Installs | 21 | 854 |
| 90-day Installs | 84 | 2.3K |
| 365-day Installs | 780 | 7.5K |
| Version | 1.0 | 2.1.30 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 46 | 3.9K |
| GitHub Forks | 1 | 94 |
| Open Issues | - | 82 |
| License | — | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | Objective-C | C++ |
| Last GitHub Commit | 9y ago | 5mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Apr 20, 2020 |
Reviews
QuickLookASE
QuickLookASE is a macOS utility that enables users to preview Adobe Swatch Exchange (ASE) files directly in Finder. It's particularly useful for designers and anyone working with color palettes, offering a seamless way to view and manage swatches without opening a dedicated application.
QuickLookASE allows users to preview Adobe Swatch Exchange (ASE) files directly in macOS Finder using the Quick Look feature.
Pros
- + Free and open-source
- + Seamlessly integrates with macOS Finder
- + Addresses a niche but useful functionality for designers
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Limited to a specific use case
Syntax Highlight
Syntax Highlight is a macOS QuickLook extension that provides syntax highlighting for source code files, making it easier for developers to preview and work with code directly from the Finder.
Quickly previews source code files with syntax highlighting using the macOS QuickLook feature.
Pros
- + Integrates seamlessly with macOS QuickLook for convenient code previewing
- + Supports a wide range of programming languages out of the box
- + Free and open-source under the GPL-3.0 license
Cons
- - Some open issues regarding compatibility with newer macOS versions
- - Occasional bugs that affect user experience, though many are resolved