Dimmer for Mac

Simple Screen Brightness Controller

Dimmer is a lightweight tool that lets you quickly change the luminance of your monitor. The interface is straightforward, so adjusting the display's brightness takes only a moment.

Main Advantages

Step-free slider for fine-grained light adjustments to match different working environments.
Minimal learning curve — controls are clear and easy to use.
Clean installer: the package does not include adware or other unwanted third-party programs.

Installation and Safety Notes

Installing Dimmer is straightforward; follow the standard setup prompts and grant any display permissions if prompted. Because the bundle does not contain advertising software or hidden extras, it’s safe to install on personal machines without expecting pop-ups or additional toolbars.

Alternative Options

Care to try another app? Brightness Slider Free is a solid substitute with similar controls.
For a more feature-rich choice, consider looking at other utilities that provide scheduling, per-app dimming, or multiple-monitor support.

Technical

Title

Dimmer

Requirements

Windows
Mac

Language

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Available languages

License

Free

Latest update

2023-07-11

Author

Nelson Pires

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