Status Bar & Menu Bar Replacements
Custom status bars and desktop widgets for enhanced system information
Status bar replacements and desktop widget systems that display system information, window manager state, and custom data. Often paired with tiling window managers, these tools provide highly customizable alternatives to the native macOS menu bar with scripting support and rich integrations.
How It Works
- 01Replace or supplement the native macOS menu bar
- 02Display custom widgets with system information and metrics
- 03Integration with window managers (yabai, AeroSpace, etc.)
- 04Scriptable via shell scripts, Lua, or JavaScript/React
- 05Event-driven updates for real-time information
- 06Customizable appearance with themes and animations
Best For
- Users of tiling window managers wanting workspace/layout visibility
- Power users who want rich system monitoring at a glance
- Those seeking complete desktop customization
- Developers wanting scriptable status information