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Tintpad
Hotkey launcher that opens your terminal at the right repo with a coding agent (Claude Code, Codex) already running.
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Overview
It falls out of your notch.** A free, open source macOS launcher for Claude Code and Codex. Hotkey, repo, Return. Your terminal opens at that repo with the agent already running. Download for macOS** · brew install --cask sorkila/tap/tintpad   !macOS 14+ !License: MIT
Tintpad is built on open-source principles to guarantee security, privacy, and full reproducibility. All sensitive data transformations run locally on your hardware with zero telemetry or unexpected cloud dependencies.
Key Technical Features & Capabilities
The drop. Black on black, straight out of the housing. No notch? It hangs below the menu bar.: Streamlined desktop functionality optimized for macOS and Windows.
Your terminal, not a new one. Ghostty, iTerm2, kitty, WezTerm, Alacritty, Terminal, or: Streamlined desktop functionality optimized for macOS and Windows.
The contract. Two chips say exactly what Return runs, in the agent's own words. A mode: Streamlined desktop functionality optimized for macOS and Windows.
Frecency. The repos you actually use float up, with the agent and mode you used last.**: High-performance integrated capability designed for native Tintpad workflow.
Worktrees and dispatch. ⌃W for a fresh branch checkout with an agent inside**: High-performance integrated capability designed for native Tintpad workflow.
Any agent. Claude Code and Codex come set up. Anything else with a CLI is one line, see: Streamlined desktop functionality optimized for macOS and Windows.
The rest. Prompt library, per-repo presets, GitHub import, open in editor.**: High-performance integrated capability designed for native Tintpad workflow.
Polite. Dynamic Type, VoiceOver, Reduce Motion. Local-only, no account, no telemetry.**: High-performance integrated capability designed for native Tintpad workflow.
Architecture & Technology Stack
Primary Languages: Swift, Rust
Frameworks & UI Runtime: SwiftUI / AppKit, Tauri 2
Build Systems & Tooling: Cargo
Supported Platforms: macOS 12.0+ (Apple Silicon M1-M4 & Intel x86_64), Windows 10/11 x64, Linux
System Requirements
| Specification | Minimum Requirement | Recommended Specification |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | macOS 12.0 Monterey / Windows 10 x64 | macOS 14.0+ Sonoma / Windows 11 x64 |
| Processor Architecture | Apple Silicon (M1+) or Intel Core i5 x64 | Apple Silicon Unified Memory (M2/M3/M4) |
| Memory (RAM) | 4 GB Unified RAM | 8 GB+ High-Speed RAM |
| Storage Space | 300 MB available local disk space | 1 GB+ SSD storage |
| GPU Acceleration | Metal 2 / DirectX 12 compatible | Apple Neural Engine / Vulkan capable |
Installation & Setup Guide
macOS Installation (Recommended)
1
Download the verified
.dmg release installer directly from CookApps.2
Open the disk image and drag Tintpad.app into your
/Applications folder.3
Launch Tintpad via Spotlight (
Cmd + Space) or Launchpad.Alternatively, install using Homebrew if available:
bash
brew install --cask sorkila/tap/tintpad
Windows Installation
1
Download the official installer package (
.exe / .msi).2
Run the executable and follow the setup wizard.
3
Launch Tintpad from the Start Menu or desktop shortcut.
Building from Source (Development Setup)
bash
git clone https://github.com/sorkila/tintpad.git cd tintpad pnpm install || cargo build --release pnpm run build
Installation & Setup Guide
Mở khóa ứng dụng để xem chi tiết hướng dẫn cài đặt, cấu hình môi trường và vận hành.
How to Use & Workflow
1
Application Launch & Workspace: Open Tintpad to load the responsive native workspace.
2
Configuration & Preferences: Press
Cmd + , (macOS) or Ctrl + , (Windows) to configure hardware acceleration, custom directories, and display themes.3
Primary Operation: Drag-and-drop source files or input parameters directly into the central window.
4
Execution & Export: Initiate the processing pipeline and verify output files saved directly to your chosen local directory.
How to Use & Workflow
Mở khóa ứng dụng để xem chi tiết hướng dẫn cài đặt, cấu hình môi trường và vận hành.
Troubleshooting & Common Issues
Problem: macOS Gatekeeper displays *"App is damaged and can't be opened"* or unnotarized developer notice.
Root Cause: macOS quarantine flag set on binaries downloaded outside the Mac App Store.
Resolution: Open Terminal and run:
bash
xattr -cr /Applications/Tintpad.app
Alternatively, navigate to System Settings > Privacy & Security and select Open Anyway.
Problem: High memory consumption during batch processing operations.
Root Cause: Large media buffers retaining uncompressed state.
Resolution: Adjust batch concurrency in settings or process assets in focused batches.
How to Use & Getting Started
## Installation & Setup Guide
### macOS Installation (Recommended)
1. Download the verified `.dmg` release installer directly from CookApps.
2. Open the disk image and drag **Tintpad.app** into your `/Applications` folder.
3. Launch Tintpad via Spotlight (`Cmd + Space`) or Launchpad.
Alternatively, install using Homebrew if available:
```bash
brew install --cask sorkila/tap/tintpad
```
### Windows Installation
1. Download the official installer package (`.exe` / `.msi`).
2. Run the executable and follow the setup wizard.
3. Launch **Tintpad** from the Start Menu or desktop shortcut.
### Building from Source (Development Setup)
```bash
git clone https://github.com/sorkila/tintpad.git
cd tintpad
pnpm install || cargo build --release
pnpm run build
```
How to Use & Getting Started
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