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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.

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Alternatives

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377
30-day installs · #577
1.2k
90-day · #553
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365-day · #653

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