Hides for Mac

Streamline your Mac workspace with Hides

Hides is a lightweight macOS utility that helps you maintain a clean desktop by hiding every open application except the one you’re actively using. By removing visual distractions, it makes it simpler to concentrate on the task at hand and keeps your workflow tidy without extra fuss.

Key benefits

• Keeps your attention on a single app, reducing interruptions and context switching.
• Speeds up your work by cutting down on visual clutter.
• Requires very little configuration to start using.
• Activates quickly with a single click for an uninterrupted experience.
• Available at no cost, making it accessible to all users.

Notable features

• One-click activation that instantly hides background apps.
• Simple, intuitive controls designed for fast setup.
• Minimal resource footprint so it won’t slow down your Mac.
• Hides all other windows while leaving the current app fully accessible.
• Compatible with typical macOS workflows and multitasking habits.

Alternative options to consider

• Sketch Toolbox — free, useful if you’re looking for extension and plugin management for design tools.
• HazeOver — a utility that dims background windows to focus attention while keeping apps visible.
• Other productivity utilities that offer window or focus control depending on your needs.

Quick start guide

1. Download Hides from the developer’s site or a trusted Mac software repository.
2. Install and grant any necessary macOS permissions.
3. Click the app or use the provided shortcut to hide other open applications.
4. Adjust any preferences (if needed) to match how you prefer to work.

Hides provides a fast, unobtrusive way to declutter your desktop so you can work with fewer distractions.