MacBooks have many advantages, but one of the things that stand out a lot these days is the extensive application library.
For the most part, Mac owners stick to the official App Store and go for applications available on it. At the same time, there are some third-party sources that also offer decent selections.
The bottom line is that you have a plethora of options, and if you are someone who is relatively new to macOS, figuring out which applications to use might take a while.
In this article, we will share a list of some of the best MacBook applications you ought to consider.
Bartender 4
Bartender 4 lets you manage applications more efficiently. If you find too much clutter on the MacBook’s screen and the Dock because you went overboard with installing apps.
Rearrange applications to your liking and modify the icon sizes. Creating a system for Mac applications is a must if you want to keep things neat and tidy, and Bartender 4 helps with that.
Adobe Illustrator
It is hard to imagine having a computer without one Adobe. PDF readers are perhaps the most commonly used Adobe thing, but Adobe Illustrator should be worth your attention as well.
Not exclusive to macOS, this software is still worthwhile because it works as an extra for Photoshop—something that most graphic designers use. And even if you are not a graphic designer yourself, you might still find yourself in a situation where you need to make edits to images.
Magnet
Despite the fact that macOS is quite intuitive and offers a great user experience, some people still find faults with the operating system.
One notable drawback is how clunky managing multiple tabs can be. That is why users seek third-party solutions, and Magnet is one of the best in this regard.
Magnet was developed to make desktop arrangement on a Mac more convenient. Users have the option to drag and snap tabs on the screen. Early on, you might struggle a bit with the application, but once you get the hang of Magnet, you will appreciate how much it adds and offers.
Dark Noise
Dark Noise was only available on iPhones and iPads for a while, but with the introduction of M1 and Big Sur, the application is now available on macOS as well.
If you are someone who likes to have background noise, Dark Noise is worth considering. This is not your typical application to play music (think Spotify). No, think more of ambient noise that you can adjust and customize.
CleanMyMac X
Too much clutter on a MacBook leads to worse performance. As such, a mac cleanup is something you need regularly, and CleanMyMac X is the application for that.
In addition to offering cleanup functions, the app also works as an antivirus tool. But if your main goal is to free up space on the MacBook’s drive and improve its overall performance, then you can focus on that instead.
Temporary system cache, extensions, app caches, and other junk are not something you can access that easily. It requires tinkering with the system settings, and even then, the odds are that you might do something wrong or delete the wrong file.
Leaving the task to properly optimized tools that automate the process is a much better approach.
Evernote
Taking notes is not something all computer users do, but if you like to make a memo, so you do not forget important details, getting a tailor-made application for that makes a lot of sense.
As expected, there are quite a few different options for taking notes on macOS. Evernote stands out because it is simple and intuitive. You do not want a complicated application for note-taking, right?
As many other apps, Evernote has a free version which is more than enough for an average user, but if you are someone who requires more than what the basic version offers, go for the premium option, which costs about 8 dollars a month.
Google Chrome
Safari is the default internet browser for macOS, but it does not mean that the default option is the best you can get.
Google Chrome excels in its extensions, such as ad-blockers and Grammarly. You can customize the browser to your liking for an excellent user experience.
Parcel
If you are an avid online shopper, it can be difficult to keep track of all your online orders. Parcel comes to the rescue as it offers a detailed order-tracking system. A quick glance at an application will let you know the status of your package.
Keep in mind, though, that even though Parcel works with roughly 250 different services, it might not be compatible with some of the ones you are using.
