ClutterFreeMac vs Phoenix
Phoenix is a free window manager you program in JavaScript. ClutterFreeMac is a ready made scrolling layout. Choosing between building and installing.
Phoenix is a free, open source macOS window manager with no layout of its own: you write a JavaScript configuration that binds keys and moves windows however you like.
How they differ
| Phoenix | ClutterFreeMac | |
|---|---|---|
| Layout | Whatever you program | A scrolling strip, with Focus, Screens and Free scrolling styles |
| Configuration | A JavaScript file | A settings window |
| Trackpad | Up to your script | Swipes that move the strip under your fingers |
Who should pick which
Pick Phoenix if you want to build your own window manager and enjoy the code. Pick ClutterFreeMac if you want the scrolling idea finished and polished, with nothing to write.
Questions
Is Phoenix a tiling window manager?
It can be, if you program it to tile. Out of the box it only provides the building blocks.
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