One shortcut, three states
Launch an app, bring it forward, or hide it when it is already frontmost. One familiar combination does all three.
KEYDART / MAC
A keyboard shortcut
for each app.
KeyDart is a macOS menu bar utility. Assign a global shortcut to each app: launch it when closed, bring it forward from the background, or press again to hide it.
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FEATURES
How the shortcuts work
Pause to hand the keys back
Global shortcuts reserve their combinations. Pause KeyDart to make those keys available to other apps, without deleting your setup.
Quietly in your menu bar
Open at login and choose whether to show the menu bar and Dock icons. Settings stay on your Mac; everyday typing is not recorded.
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Screenshots
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A SIMPLE START
Getting started
- 01
Choose your apps
Add the editor, browser, or other apps you reach for every day.
- 02
Record a shortcut
Use a modifier and a key. Pick a combination that avoids conflicts.
- 03
Press and keep going
Press to launch or bring forward, again to hide. Pause when you need the original keys.
FREE & PRO
Try it free. Upgrade when it fits.
Free
Shortcuts for 3 apps; pause, open at login, and icon visibility controls.
Pro
Unlimited app shortcut bindings, with all the features included in Free.
See the App Store and in-app purchase screen for current pricing and availability.
FAQ
A few useful answers.
What if a shortcut conflicts with another app?
Enabled global shortcuts reserve their combinations. Pause KeyDart to return them temporarily without deleting your setup.
Does it record my typing?
According to the project privacy documentation, KeyDart registers only the shortcut combinations you choose. It does not record everyday typing, and settings stay on your Mac.
What is included for free?
Bind 3 apps for free, with pause, open at login, and icon visibility controls. A one-time Pro purchase unlocks unlimited bindings.
What system does it need, and where can I download it?
Requires macOS 15 or later. Use the “View on the App Store” button on this page to open the store listing.