# 8 Mac apps that will make you better at your job (some not featured in any other video!) ![](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/wfFpY5A6XtY/maxresdefault.jpg) ## Intro [(00:00:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=0s) - This video will cover eight favorite [[MacOS | Mac]] apps that are considered really useful, especially for those working in tech or software, and will last around 8 minutes [(00:00:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=0s). - The apps discussed are suitable for various professionals, including those with office jobs, founders, and solo entrepreneurs, who can gain value from them [(00:00:10)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=10s). - It is likely that not all of the apps mentioned have been featured in other videos, making the content somewhat unique [(00:00:16)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=16s). - The discussion begins with the simplest app used daily, called Haze [(00:00:23)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=23s). ## Haze Over [(00:00:25)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=25s) - Haze Over is a simple app that highlights the current window being worked on while dimming all other out-of-focus windows, making a significant difference in focus [(00:00:26)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=26s). - The app is easy to turn on and off, and it also features a global keyboard shortcut for quick activation and deactivation [(00:00:42)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=42s). - A limitation of Haze Over is its inability to handle multiple active windows simultaneously, often trying to select one window over the other [(00:00:49)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=49s). - To address this issue, the global keyboard shortcut can be used to disable Haze Over when working with multiple windows, and then reactivated as needed [(00:00:55)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=55s). ## Rectangle [(00:01:04)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=64s) - [[Rectangle]] is an app that can be combined with HazeOver to manage window arrangements on a [[MacOS | Mac]] screen [(00:01:06)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=66s). - The app is useful for working with a single app in the middle of the screen or with two apps, one on each half of the screen [(00:01:11)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=71s). - Rectangle also allows users to quickly move a window from one monitor to another [(00:01:20)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=80s). - The app provides a range of window arrangement options, including split screen, third of a screen, and quarter of a screen, all accessible with a single keyboard shortcut [(00:01:30)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=90s). - Rectangle's tiling formations are particularly useful when working on a large monitor, such as a 5K 27in monitor, as they allow for space on the sides of the screen [(00:01:41)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=101s). - This feature enables users to see what they are working on without having to look left and right too much [(00:01:52)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=112s). ## Granola [(00:02:05)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=125s) - [[Granola]] is a native app that captures audio from meetings directly through computer sound settings, eliminating the need to invite an AI notetaker as a person to the meeting [(00:02:25)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=145s). - The app uses state-of-the-art AI, including Open AI Whisper and GPT 4.0, to generate and transcribe notes, resulting in high-quality notes [(00:02:33)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=153s). - Granola has a note-taking UI that allows users to add their own notes while the AI is transcribing the meeting, providing direction for the AI to summarize the notes later [(00:02:47)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=167s). - The app is currently free, but it is expected to eventually become a paid service, making it a good opportunity to try it out while it is still available [(00:02:56)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=176s). ## In your face [(00:03:11)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=191s) - In Your Face is a [[MacOS | Mac]] app that helps users avoid being late to meetings and video calls by taking over the entire screen and blocking other apps until the user interacts with a prompt to join the meeting or snooze the notification [(00:03:32)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=212s). - The app overlays itself on the screen, forcing the user to acknowledge the meeting notification, making it impossible to ignore, but easy enough to dismiss so as not to hinder work [(00:03:42)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=222s). - In Your Face is not a free app, offering a $199 per month subscription or a $59 yearly purchase, but it is available through Setapp, a recommended option for users who utilize multiple paid Mac apps [(00:04:05)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=245s). - The app's obtrusive yet non-disruptive nature makes it an ingenious solution for users who often miss calendar notifications while in Focus mode or busy with other tasks [(00:03:53)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=233s). ## Arc (Browser) [(00:04:35)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=275s) - [[Arc (web browser) | Arc]] is a fully featured productivity suite built on top of a browser, offering a range of features to enhance productivity and organization [(00:04:38)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=278s). - Arc runs [[Chromium (web browser) | Chromium]] under the hood, allowing users to utilize their [[Google Chrome | Chrome]] extensions, preferences, and settings within the application [(00:04:45)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=285s). - The application features workspaces, which enable users to separate personal and work profiles, as well as create multiple profiles to isolate tabs, favorites, and settings [(00:04:57)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=297s). - Little Arc is a feature that allows users to preview links before deciding whether to open them in a work or personal profile [(00:05:13)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=313s). - Pinned tabs and folders are Arc's version of bookmarks, offering users the ability to easily access frequently used sites and organize content into folders [(00:05:30)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=330s). - The application also features live folders, which integrate with GitHub and automatically detect pull requests that require review, currently only working with GitHub pull requests [(00:05:49)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=349s). - Live folders enable users to efficiently review and manage pull requests, making it a valuable feature for software engineers [(00:05:51)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=351s). ## Shortcuts (Apple) [(00:06:14)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=374s) - [[Shortcuts (Apple) | Shortcuts]] is an [[Apple Inc. | Apple]] app that offers various features, but one particular feature found to be a game changer is the ability to set up custom shortcuts for different modes, such as "start working" and "stop working" [(00:06:14)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=374s). - The "start working" shortcut shuts down non-essential personal apps and starts up necessary work-related apps like [[Slack (software) | Slack]], Terminal, [[Docker (software) | Docker]], and [[Notion (productivity software) | Notion]] [(00:06:25)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=385s). - The "stop working" shortcut does the opposite, shutting down work-related apps and allowing personal apps to run [(00:06:46)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=406s). - This feature is useful for managing memory and battery life, as it prevents unnecessary apps from running in the background and consuming resources [(00:06:49)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=409s). - With Shortcuts, users can easily shut down or start up multiple apps at once, making it a convenient tool for switching between work and personal modes [(00:07:02)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=422s). ## Raycast [(00:07:12)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=432s) - [[Raycast (software) | Raycast]] is a replacement for [[Spotlight (Apple) | Apple Spotlight]] that is 20% better in every way, offering a more efficient alternative for various tasks [(00:07:15)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=435s). - The core mantra of Raycast is to enable users to perform tasks without lifting their hands from the keyboard, making it a useful tool for productivity [(00:07:22)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=442s). - With Raycast, users can launch and uninstall apps, perform basic math calculations, and do basic unit conversions, among other tasks [(00:07:29)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=449s). - Unit conversions are a particularly useful feature, with the speaker mentioning that they use it for 99% of their needs [(00:07:35)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=455s). - Raycast has recently added AI features, including the ability to chat with [[ChatGPT]] directly through the app [(00:07:39)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=459s). - Since its launch, Raycast has continuously improved and is expected to continue doing so in the future [(00:07:46)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=466s). ## Warp (Terminal) [(00:07:54)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=474s) - Warp is a terminal application that is particularly useful for software engineers who use terminals daily, and it is considered one of the best terminals used in a long time [(00:07:57)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=477s). - Warp is a brand new terminal written in Rust, prioritizing speed and efficiency, and it also has several standout features that make it a must-have for software engineers [(00:08:07)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=487s). - Warp allows users to edit text like a text editor, supporting features such as multi-cursor editing, and it also enables users to configure workflows to launch multiple windows and tabs and run several commands simultaneously [(00:08:16)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=496s). - Warp can be used to quickly launch multiple components, such as backend and frontend, for local development [(00:08:30)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=510s). - The application includes AI features, such as typing in plain [[English language | English]] to find the desired command [(00:08:37)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=517s). - Warp is a free terminal application, and it is highly recommended for software engineers [(00:08:42)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfFpY5A6XtY&t=522s).