MacTiler

MacTiler is a macOS application that organizes windows into predefined layouts. The tool positions multiple windows in specific areas of the screen through various interaction methods.

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• Menu selection. The application displays organized layouts in the menu bar. Each layout contains numbered zones for windows. Selecting a layout automatically positions the active windows in the corresponding zones.
• Repetitive application. By repeatedly clicking on the same layout, windows rotate through the available zones. This systematic cycle rearranges windows without changing the overall screen layout.
• Visual preview. When dragging windows, the interface shows highlighted areas where the window will be placed. The illuminated zones indicate the exact drop position before releasing the window.
• Drag method. The drag-and-drop system works with any draggable window. The highlighting function is turned on and off via a switch in the application.
• Keyboard shortcuts. The application includes preconfigured key combinations to move windows. Each shortcut corresponds to specific zones on the screen for immediate positioning.
• Key customization. All keyboard shortcuts are modifiable in the settings. Users assign combinations that match their workflow preferences.
• Predefined layouts. The application contains screen layouts for 2, 3, and 4 windows. Each layout divides the screen space into balanced proportions for content.
• Custom layouts. Users create and save specific layouts for their needs. Saved layouts appear in the menu for quick access.
• Multi-monitor support. The application manages each screen as an independent unit. Layouts are applied separately on each monitor connected to the system.
• Cross-screen swapping. A special command transfers all windows between monitors while maintaining their layouts. Windows retain their relative positions when changing screens.
• License activation. Each license allows installation on a limited number of devices. The application verifies the license status during startup.
• License transfer. Users deactivate the license on one device to activate it on another. The process frees up a license slot for new activation.

Development of MacTiler began in 2020 as a solution for window management on macOS. The software is programmed in Swift using Apple's native frameworks. The development team specializes in productivity tools for macOS environments.

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