Layr is a new clipboard manager for macOS that substitutes hotkeys with gestures on the trackpad.

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      This new Mac application accesses clipboard history with a four-finger tap instead of using a keyboard shortcut.

      macOS users already have access to various clipboard managers like Paste and Maccy. While these options function effectively, they typically rely on keyboard shortcuts. This is beneficial for users who heavily utilize their keyboards, but it may seem cumbersome for those who primarily use the trackpad.

      Layr, a new clipboard manager created by the developer of Declutr, presents a different solution. Instead of a keyboard shortcut to access clipboard history, the app allows users to display a clipboard overlay with a simple four-finger tap on the trackpad.

      What the App Provides

      Layr displays clipboard history as an overlay near the cursor, enabling users to access copied items conveniently from wherever they are working.

      The app features customizable history limits, the ability to pin items, category-specific history, exclusions for certain apps, a menu bar panel, and haptic feedback during pasting. The exclusion feature is particularly useful for privacy-sensitive applications, as it prevents their clipboard contents from being captured.

      The effectiveness of the four-finger tap could determine the success of Layr

      A key consideration for Layr is the reliability of the four-finger tap in real-world usage. The clipboard overlay only serves its purpose if it can be summoned consistently and dismissed swiftly, especially when navigating across various windows, documents, and browser tabs throughout the day. Such reliability is challenging to assess without prolonged use.

      Nonetheless, Layr is currently free to try and can be obtained at layr.mhyks.com for those interested in exploring the app. Its lifetime license is priced at €5.99.

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