xbar
brew install --cask xbar
v2.1.7-beta
Display output from scripts and programs directly in the macOS menu bar.
Why you might care
Open-source tool for creating custom menu bar widgets by running any script (shell, Python, etc.) on a schedule. Popular with developers and power users who want quick access to system info, status checks, or custom tools without dedicated apps. Highly scriptable and extensible.
377
30-day installs · #577
1.2k
90-day · #553
3.5k
365-day · #653
Links
- https://xbarapp.com/
- Brew formula source: Casks/x/xbar.rb
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