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SymbolicLinker vs xbar
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
SymbolicLinker
6.0Service that allows users to make symbolic links in the Finder
xbar
8.5View output from scripts in the menu bar
| Metric | SymbolicLinker | xbar |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Developer Tools | Developer Tools |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 8.5 |
| 30-day Installs | 29 | 403 |
| 90-day Installs | 75 | 1.2K |
| 365-day Installs | 445 | 3.2K |
| Version | 2.2 | 2.1.7-beta |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 892 | 18.0K |
| GitHub Forks | 50 | 649 |
| Open Issues | 10 | 186 |
| License | — | MIT |
| Language | Objective-C | Go |
| Last GitHub Commit | 5y ago | 1y ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
SymbolicLinker
SymbolicLinker is a macOS app that simplifies creating symbolic links directly from the Finder, making it a handy tool for developers and power users who need to manage file structures efficiently.
SymbolicLinker allows users to create symbolic links in the Finder through a contextual menu plugin and service.
Pros
- + Effectively creates symbolic links in the Finder.
- + Integrates seamlessly with macOS through a contextual menu.
- + Free and open-source.
Cons
- - No longer actively maintained, potentially incompatible with newer macOS versions.
- - Uninstallation process can be problematic.
xbar
xbar is a powerful macOS menu bar tool that allows developers to display script outputs directly in the menu bar, offering customization and automation capabilities.
Displays output from scripts or programs in the macOS menu bar.
Pros
- + Customizable menu bar with script outputs
- + Strong community support and active development
- + Open-source with MIT license
Cons
- - Beta version with some lingering bugs
- - No auto-update feature