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Applite

brew install --cask applite v1.3.1

GUI application manager for browsing and installing Homebrew packages and casks.

Why you might care

Applite provides a graphical interface to Homebrew, making package discovery and installation accessible without command-line knowledge. Useful for users who prefer visual browsing over terminal commands, or those new to Homebrew who want an app-store-like experience for open-source software.

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Alternatives

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30-day installs · #266
4.1k
90-day · #246
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365-day · #207

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