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KeepingYouAwake

brew install --cask keepingyouawake v1.6.8

Prevents your Mac from sleeping or displaying the screensaver while active.

Why you might care

Free, open-source menubar app for keeping your Mac awake during presentations, downloads, or long-running tasks without adjusting system power settings. Simpler than diving into Energy Saver preferences and easily toggleable from the menu bar.

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