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xScope 3.0.1

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Onscreen graphic measurement tools. Shareware ($29.99)

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xScope is a powerful set of tools for designers that are ideal for measuring, aligning and inspecting on-screen graphics and layouts. The software consists of seven tools in one:

Dimensions - Find the size of anything on screen instantly
Rulers - On-screen rulers that measure distances and angles
Screens - A dynamic view of smaller screen sizes & browser content areas
Loupe - A magnifying glass that gives you a close-up view of your work
Guides - Markers for precise horizontal and vertical alignment
Frames - Markers for precise width, height & origin

What's New

Version 3.0.1:

BUG FIXES

Fixed layout problems with the in-app Help
Fixed a Loupe bug preventing colors from being pasted into apps like Photoshop & BBEdit
Fixed a Crosshair bug that prevented the y origin from being re-centered
Fixed a crash in the Loupe when using Japanese input methods

Requirements
PPC / Intel, Mac OS X 10.6 or later.

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xScope User Discussion (Write a Review)

ver. 3.x:

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Mjasinski commented on 19 Aug 2011

Version 2.5.1 crashes on launch (even after reinstallation) on Lion (10.7)

[Version 2.5.1]

2 Replies

Janusz Bossy replied on 02 Sep 2011

If xScope keeps crashing on you check out PixFit - http://pixf.it. It's got a nice set of features that xScope provides and is a lot cheaper. You can combine it with ColorSnapper to have a perfect combo of measuring tool and a color picker for far less than xScope's price.

Mjasinski replied on 02 Sep 2011

My xScope works fine now. The crashes were caused by another application (AirFoil's Instant On component). Rogue Amoeba fixed this bug a few days ago.

fleischner commented on 14 Jul 2011

Newest version quits on launch for me, even after deleting prefs and cache. 10.5.8 on PPC.

[Version 2.5]

4 Replies

The Iconfactory (developer) replied on 14 Jul 2011

Yep, found the problem and will be fixed in 2.5.1. Workaround for now is to go back to 2.2.2 until the update is out. Sorry.

fleischner replied on 14 Jul 2011

Yep, already did that -- thanks.

Ifwebmaster replied on 18 Aug 2011

Version 2.2.3 for Leopard is now available via the xScope homepage. This is the last update there will be for Leopard but fixes the crashes - http://iconfactory.com/software/xscope

fleischner replied on 18 Aug 2011

Yep, 2.2.3 works fine -- thanks!

+15

MaximilianGoetzfried reviewed on 14 Jul 2011

Iconfactory today released version 2.5 which fixes all problems described in my previous review. Raised my rating from 3 to 5 stars. Re-bought it via the Mac AppStore to get the upcoming version 3.0 for free.

[Version 2.5]

+15

MaximilianGoetzfried reviewed on 07 Jul 2011

No update since 2009. Sent a mail to the support, because the current version does not work on OS X Lion. No answer in 2 months. Purchased both xScope 1.x and 2.x. Now very disappointed and can't find an adequate alternative. Used this app every day.

[Version 2.2.2]

2 Replies

Janusz Bossy replied on 29 Aug 2011

Please take a look at PixFit - http://pixf.it

Works like a charm on Snow Leopard and Lion.

+15

MaximilianGoetzfried replied on 30 Aug 2011

Thanks for pointing me to PixFit. Great app. It's now part of my daily workflow. I use it in combination with xScope.

Aasun reviewed on 23 Mar 2011

hoping they update to have window size views with the new browsers: IE 9, Firefox 4, and Chrome

[Version 2.2.2]

1 Reply

+29

Flec65 replied on 23 Mar 2011

Agee. And iPad too!

Hugenerd reviewed on 05 Mar 2010

if you are a web developer using a mac xScope should be right next to Firebug as totally essential tools. Every single tool is useful and well-thought-out. highly recommended to anyone who wrangles pixels for a living.

[Version 2.2.2]

+103

hced reviewed on 09 Jan 2010

This has been my favorite screen measuring app ever since it first came out. Highly useful (and usable) for web design and what not. I like the status bar implementation which makes it stay out of way and yet be there when you need it.

[Version 2.2.2]

+20

Abelle reviewed on 20 Dec 2009

Essential, very good software, thank you.

[Version 2.2.2]

+173

maclover1.1 reviewed on 07 Aug 2009

I can't believe I waited so long to buy this !!!!!

[Version 2.2]

+12

Bill Clinton commented on 04 Apr 2008

This version (2.1) still has a bug where the menu command Create Horizontal Guide or its equivalent, Shift-Command-H, does nothing. I reported this during 2.1 beta testing but they've released it anyway, with the bug. This product seems like something that someone hires contract programmers for from time to time--just guessing. And yes, what were they smoking to set the price this high.

[Version 2.1]

1 Reply

The Iconfactory (developer) replied on 05 Apr 2008

Shift-Command-H to create a horizontal guide works as designed. If you're having problems with command keys, check for conflicts with other apps you might have installed or email us so we can help you solve the problem. Thank you.

IF Webmaster

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Diverk rated on 25 Feb 2011

[Version 2.2.2]

Downloads:20,058

Version Downloads:347

Type:Multimedia & Design : Author Tools

License:Shareware

Date:01 Feb 2012

Platform:PPC / Intel

Price: $29.99

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xScope is a powerful set of tools for designers that are ideal for measuring, aligning and inspecting on-screen graphics and layouts. The software consists of seven tools in one:

Dimensions - Find the size of anything on screen instantly
Rulers - On-screen rulers that measure distances and angles
Screens - A dynamic view of smaller screen sizes & browser content areas
Loupe - A magnifying glass that gives you a close-up view of your work
Guides - Markers for precise horizontal and vertical alignment
Frames - Markers for precise width, height & origin alignment
Crosshair - Finds the exact location on screen

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