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BetterSnapTool
BetterSnapTool
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BetterSnapTool

Version 1.9.9

Easily manage window positions and sizes.

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BetterSnapTool overview

BetterSnapTool allows you to easily manage your window positions and sizes by either dragging them to one of your screens corners or to the top, left or right side of your screen. This lets you easily maximize your windows or position them side by side. In addition, you can set keyboard shortcuts in order to move and resize your windows the way you want.

BetterSnapTool is very customizable and will change the way you work with your Mac! It supports multiple monitors, hidden dock, and more. You can change the design of the preview window and even set application specific snapping sizes!

What’s new in version 1.9.9

Updated on Jun 26 2023

  • Bugfixes & performance improvements

Information

License

Commercial

Size

4 MB

Downloads

39759

App requirements

  • Intel 64
  • Apple Silicon
  • OS X 10.12 or later
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ERNEST UNGUREANU
ERNEST UNGUREANU
Mar 29 2021
1.9.5
1.0
Mar 29 2021
1.0
Version: 1.9.5
I will never use software whose name includes "better"... In fact, better than what ?
Jpinoniemi
Jpinoniemi
May 22 2019
1.9
5.0
May 22 2019
5.0
Version: 1.9
The best screen tool I've ever used on a Mac. This should be part of OS X. I support a mixed environment of PC's and Mac, and Windows screen sizing features are so much better than OS X. This application bridges that gap!
Macuser
Macuser
Nov 18 2016
1.7
5.0
Nov 18 2016
5.0
Version: 1.7
nice
Robert-Poland
Robert-Poland
May 6 2016
1.6.1
0.0
May 6 2016
0.0
Version: 1.6.1
BetterSnapTool 1.6.1. I have configured a shortcut that is supposed to set the position of only the front window of iBooks. However, it moves the front window of ANY app that is open. I have asked for help with this problem several times and so far have not received any reply. Has the developer closed down all support?
TheBloke
TheBloke
Nov 28 2015
1.4.9
5.0
Nov 28 2015
5.0
Version: 1.4.9
This app is *wonderful* I have tried just about every window management/window snap tool available, and this is one of the very best. Not only that, it is also one of the cheapest! Previously I used Flexiglass, which costs $10 and does far less than BetterSnapTool (BST). I have also tried Spectacle, which is free, and that is a good tool - but BST just does a lot more. The basic window snapping functionality works perfectly, with a great range of configurable shortcuts. I also really like the popup menu that can be put on a shortcut, meaning you can get access to all the window snapping options without assigning every one to a shortcut. The new Snap Area feature is also very clever and useful. I particularly like the ability to override the window title buttons (red/yellow/green) - a feature I have seen only in BST and Flexiglass, and BST does it far better: with a long list of possible actions that can be assigned to either the right mouse button or middle mouse button, on any of the three buttons. So in total you have 6 different actions that can be assigned, which is very useful. The only bad thing I found in BST is that it does not automatically remind the user to add it to Security & Privacy -> Accessibility. It really needs to do this, as otherwise it can be confusing as to why the app does nothing. For $2 this app is an absolute no-brainer - it does far more than many apps that cost 5 times that price!
Flavum
Flavum
Jul 19 2015
1.4.9
5.0
Jul 19 2015
5.0
Version: 1.4.9
As others have said, this app quickly becomes indispensable. Simple, stable, and oh, so handy. Just being able to quickly resize and move windows to the corners of one's screen is worth the price of admission.
rayj
rayj
Jul 18 2015
1.4.9
5.0
Jul 18 2015
5.0
Version: 1.4.9
I use this so frequently I've almost forgotten it isn't an integral part of the OS X GUI - it should be. It's just so easy to set up two or more windows in convenient positions on the screen to switch from one to another, to click back to full screen mode or whatever. Very versatile yet very simple. I'd be happy to pay significantly more for such a useful app.
M31
M31
Dec 27 2014
1.4.9
5.0
Dec 27 2014
5.0
Version: 1.4.9
I have tried many others, this is the one I like best. It's simple and easy to use.
Mikebenda
Mikebenda
Dec 7 2014
1.4.9
4.0
Dec 7 2014
4.0
Version: 1.4.9
It's efficient, rather simple to use, offers decent customization options, but has a few small bugs. For the price, this app can't be beat. It's easy to use and once you get used to it, something you'll use often. Two small observations though... It constantly forgets the custom snap areas I've set up, which is a huge pain. And it would be better if we could type in numbers for the the customizations (border-width, rounded corners, etc.) rather than having to fidget with sliders, which never seem to land on the number I want.
Septimus
Septimus
Sep 18 2014
1.4.1
5.0
Sep 18 2014
5.0
Version: 1.4.1
After trying tons of other window managers like Clinch, Glitch or whatever that name is, Plexiglass, BetterTouchTool, Moom, Divvy, SizeUp, etc etc... I came across this app. And its wonderful because it lets me control snap recognition areas — which is SO great when you are using multiple desktops/monitors aka "Spaces", the speed of the animation (or just turn that off completely), corner radius of the resized window preview, the delay before snapping, border width, border and background colors of preview window... LOVE IT!!! You can also set its behaviour: normal app, menu bar item of faceless. I prefer using my mouse/wacom pen instead of pressing a few keyboard shortcuts. Moom is also great though, but I only like the green resize button alteration in Finder windows.
ddavie
ddavie
Sep 17 2014
1.4.1
5.0
Sep 17 2014
5.0
Version: 1.4.1
This is the best software for those of us who like to move and resize windows. With a few tweaks to settings you can instantly put things where you want them including move to another screen. Question, it's a little glitchy in my yosemite beta. Any chance of upgrading?
Kihoalu
Kihoalu
Jun 15 2014
1.4.1
3.5
Jun 15 2014
3.5
Version: 1.4.1
There are several good apps like this out there & this is possibly the best, or one of the best available to date. I tried it though I own others that do very close to this. For a decent price, you are getting features for which other similar apps charge extra. Out of the box, there are several useful default choices, but you can customize your own. You can indicate configurable drop zones, small hotspots on your desktop into which you drag open windows & BetterSnap places them exactly where you want them & what size. You can set those drop zones up for only certain apps, so that they aren’t getting in your way when another application is active. Other apps have done this, Cinch for example, & may have been the basis of a similar feature MS put into into Windows 7. BetterSnap is worth a try & its worth a buck or two to the developer for a job well done, even if you conclude its not for you at the end of it all. The drop zones work & are reasonably unobtrusive, still there’s a tiny bit more work to do there. I’m not sure about its stability yet, as I’ve seen a few odd minor glitches after installing this, but can’t say that its tied to BetterSnap.
Matadon
Matadon
Jul 31 2013
1.3.5
5.0
Jul 31 2013
5.0
Version: 1.3.5
Not sure a BestSnapTool could be any better! One of my favorite utilities and fairly priced too. Set up takes some time, and haven't tried it with multiple monitors yet. Works great on my main screen though!
Foxyorb
Foxyorb
Apr 28 2012
1.3.3
5.0
Apr 28 2012
5.0
Version: 1.3.3
At first you will use BetterSnap Tool once in a while. After a few weeks you will find it quite useful and after a longer period, not having it is just not an option. The new customizable snap areas give you the ability to create specific size and position for your windows. A truly smart addition to an already great software.
Thajeztah
Thajeztah
Sep 28 2011
1.2.7
5.0
Sep 28 2011
5.0
Version: 1.2.7
Tried it, bought it straightaway Simple to use, more advanced features (requiring shortcuts etc) are available but NOT required for basic use. I've tried some of the alternatives, but was overwhelmed by 'customization' features etc that I didn't need all the time. Price is right, especially when bought on the App Store, as that gives 5 licenses for the price of one :)
Cottser
Cottser
Sep 6 2011
1.2.7
5.0
Sep 6 2011
5.0
Version: 1.2.7
I've tried just about every window snapping app, in my opinion this is the best of the bunch. Very tweakable: it has a preference to increase the "snapping recognition areas" which is perfect for multiple monitor setups. It seems like the developer has thought of just about everything.
Bylr
Bylr
Aug 23 2011
1.2.7
5.0
Aug 23 2011
5.0
Version: 1.2.7
Simple operation, great customization options. Works like a charm and worth every penny (and cheaper than the cup of coffee I bought while checking it out).
Bylr
Bylr
Aug 23 2011
1.2.7
5.0
Aug 23 2011
5.0
Version: 1.2.7
Dear everyone: you're supposed to be rating the app. If you don't like the App Store's lack of a demo feature, complain to Apple.
Merott
Merott
Aug 10 2011
1.2.5
5.0
Aug 10 2011
5.0
Version: 1.2.5
It's a cheap buy from the App Store, and it won't disappoint! An amazing Window Management tool. It's a shame that people are rating it down because it has no trial version. To the developer: Make a trial version with time limit, and make it available on your website, you have nothing to lose if you do that!
f-rol-orange-fr1926
f-rol-orange-fr1926
Jul 28 2011
1.2.5
0.5
Jul 28 2011
0.5
Version: 1.2.5
Hi, No trial, never buy. Regards, F Rol (France)
Jpinoniemi
Jpinoniemi
May 22 2019
5.0
May 22 2019
5.0
Version: null
wrdh-1
wrdh-1
Aug 19 2018
4.0
Aug 19 2018
4.0
Version: null
Macuser
Macuser
Nov 18 2016
5.0
Nov 18 2016
5.0
Version: null
Ajscorpio
Ajscorpio
Sep 24 2016
5.0
Sep 24 2016
5.0
Version: null
hugelshofer
hugelshofer
Aug 19 2016
4.5
Aug 19 2016
4.5
Version: null
drbillyshears
drbillyshears
May 10 2016
4.5
May 10 2016
4.5
Version: null
TheBloke
TheBloke
Nov 28 2015
5.0
Nov 28 2015
5.0
Version: null
Flavum
Flavum
Jul 19 2015
5.0
Jul 19 2015
5.0
Version: null
rayj
rayj
Jul 18 2015
5.0
Jul 18 2015
5.0
Version: null
WetNet
WetNet
Mar 30 2015
5.0
Mar 30 2015
5.0
Version: null
M31
M31
Dec 27 2014
5.0
Dec 27 2014
5.0
Version: null
Mikebenda
Mikebenda
Dec 7 2014
4.0
Dec 7 2014
4.0
Version: null
jkesler
jkesler
Oct 20 2014
5.0
Oct 20 2014
5.0
Version: null
Septimus
Septimus
Sep 18 2014
5.0
Sep 18 2014
5.0
Version: null
ddavie
ddavie
Sep 17 2014
5.0
Sep 17 2014
5.0
Version: null
Kihoalu
Kihoalu
Jun 15 2014
3.5
Jun 15 2014
3.5
Version: null
Andrew8042
Andrew8042
Sep 27 2013
5.0
Sep 27 2013
5.0
Version: null
Matadon
Matadon
Jul 31 2013
5.0
Jul 31 2013
5.0
Version: null
Daniel-78
Daniel-78
Dec 10 2012
5.0
Dec 10 2012
5.0
Version: null
G-money
G-money
Oct 8 2012
5.0
Oct 8 2012
5.0
Version: null
Andreas-Hegenberg
Andreas-Hegenberg
May 9 2012
5.0
May 9 2012
5.0
Version: null
Noraa
Noraa
Apr 28 2012
5.0
Apr 28 2012
5.0
Version: null
Foxyorb
Foxyorb
Apr 28 2012
5.0
Apr 28 2012
5.0
Version: null
Thajeztah
Thajeztah
Sep 28 2011
5.0
Sep 28 2011
5.0
Version: null
Cottser
Cottser
Sep 6 2011
5.0
Sep 6 2011
5.0
Version: null
Bylr
Bylr
Aug 23 2011
5.0
Aug 23 2011
5.0
Version: null
Merott
Merott
Aug 10 2011
5.0
Aug 10 2011
5.0
Version: null
f-rol-orange-fr1926
f-rol-orange-fr1926
Jul 28 2011
0.5
Jul 28 2011
0.5
Version: null
Flomet
Flomet
Jul 16 2011
0.5
Jul 16 2011
0.5
Version: null
Myka
Myka
May 23 2011
5.0
May 23 2011
5.0
Version: null
R1000m
R1000m
Mar 2 2011
4.5
Mar 2 2011
4.5
Version: null
ERNEST UNGUREANU
ERNEST UNGUREANU
Jan 11 2030
1.9.5
1.0
Jan 11 2030
1.0
Version: 1.9.5
$2.99
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