ClipFlow — The clipboard history manager macOS users…

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About this project

ClipFlow brings powerful clipboard management to macOS, filling a long-standing gap for users. With features like easy installation, global hotkeys, and a straightforward UI, it enhances productivity by keeping a history of clipboard items. Say goodbye to the hassle of losing important snippets and enjoy seamless access to your clipboard history.

ClipFlow is a clipboard history manager designed specifically for macOS, addressing the absence of a built-in solution for Mac users. Unlike Windows users, who have enjoyed clipboard history functionality since 2018 through the Win + V shortcut, ClipFlow provides the same level of convenience for macOS users.

Key Features

Clipboard History: Maintain a record of the last 50 copied items (including text and images).
Terminal-style Navigation: Effortlessly scroll through clipboard history using the up and down arrow keys.
Image Previews: Get a visual preview of copied images in the popup.
Cursor-following Interface: The clipboard history popup follows the mouse cursor for easy access.
Dynamic Resizing: Experience smooth animations as you interact with the clipboard history.
Multi-Monitor Support: Utilize ClipFlow seamlessly across multiple displays.
Non-focusable Popup: The clipboard manager does not interrupt the typing process, allowing for an uninterrupted workflow.

Usage

The user-friendly design of ClipFlow enables quick access to clipboard history with keyboard shortcuts:

Shortcut	Action
`Cmd + Shift + V`	Open clipboard history
`↑`	Go to older item
`↓`	Go to newer item
`Enter`	Paste selected item
`Esc`	Cancel
Release `Cmd`	Paste selected item

Privacy & Security

ClipFlow prioritizes user privacy with clear, open source policies:

Transparency: All code is accessible on GitHub.
No Network Access: The application does not require internet connectivity, ensuring data remains local.
No Analytics: ClipFlow refrains from any tracking or telemetry, respecting user privacy.
Secure Data Storage: All clipboard history is stored locally, eliminating any risk of data leakage.

The warning regarding 'unidentified developer' during the application's first launch is a typical occurrence for open-source software not exposed to Apple's notarization process. It is safe to bypass this warning effortlessly.

Future Development

The roadmap includes enhancements such as persistent clipboard history, expandable maximum history size, customizable keyboard shortcuts, search functionality within the history, and an option to pin favorite items for easy access.

ClipFlow is designed for users who value efficient clipboard management on macOS. As an open source application, users can contribute to its development or build it from source, ensuring a trustworthy and customizable experience.