DesktopShelves is a macOS utility designed to reduce desktop clutter by organizing files onto visual shelves. It enables quick file access via hotkeys and supports drag-and-drop workflows, including the ability to create files from text selections.
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The App DNA
What makes this app unique?
For Mac users who manage large numbers of files and require a more organized, space-efficient desktop environment.
What does it look like?
Key features
Organizes files into visual shelves on the desktop, with each shelf unit holding up to 20 files.
Allows users to open any folder as a shelf directly from the Finder context menu.
Supports creating new files from text selections and dragging file contents directly into other applications.
Provides immediate access to organized files via customizable keyboard shortcuts.
How much does it cost?
Velocity
Maintenance developmentShow more...
5 versions in history. Development pace: maintenance.
Who built it?
Kitestack Software
11 apps tracked · Utilities
Flashcard Hero
Flashcard Hero Lite
DesktopShelves Lite
Text Blocks
Boards - Personal Taskboards
Explainer Screenshots
TaskBadges
Desktop Groups
BIG Red Button
NoteshipUser Sentiment
What do users think recently?
How are ratings & reviews evolving?
Not enough recent reviews to extract reliable themes yet.
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Key takeaways for DesktopShelves
Where is it heading?
Bottom line
DesktopShelves provides a visual, space-saving alternative to standard desktop file management for Mac power users.
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