Open-source tools I use every day on my Mac
The piece recommends a set of open-source Mac tools the author says are used daily to stay productive and in control. Maccy is highlighted as a free clipboard manager that supports copying not just text but also images, files, colors, and formatted content from anything the Mac can copy via Command+C. The workflow uses Command+Shift+C to open the clipboard, arrow keys to choose items, and Return or Option+Return to copy or copy-and-paste immediately, with the ability to pin frequently used entries. LuLu is described as a free open-source firewall that filters outgoing and incoming connections, sits in the menu bar, and allows custom allow/deny rules, including importing existing rules or starting from scratch. LocalSend is presented as the open-source alternative to AirDrop that works when devices are on the same wireless network, and the author says it has been more reliable than AirDrop for transferring files.






