# Swish for Mac

> Window control with trackpad gestures.

Swipe, pinch and flick on a window's title bar to snap, minimise and close it. It feels like it should have been built in.

## Facts

- Price: Paid up front
- Developer: Highly Opinionated
- Category: Windows & Desktop
- Website: https://highlyopinionated.co/swish/
- Homebrew cask: swish
- Facts checked: 2026-10-19
- MacWorthy page: https://macworthy.com/apps/swish/

## Install

Homebrew:

```sh
brew install --cask swish
```

## Questions

### How much does Swish cost?

Swish is paid software, bought up front from highlyopinionated.co.

### Where can I download Swish for Mac?

Download Swish from the developer's website (highlyopinionated.co). MacWorthy links only to official sources.

### Can I install Swish from the Terminal?

Yes. With Homebrew, run `brew install --cask swish`.

### What are good alternatives to Swish?

Other windows & desktop apps for Mac worth a look are Rectangle (open source), Magnet (one-time purchase), Moom (one-time purchase) and Loop (open source).

## Alternatives in Windows & Desktop

- [Rectangle](https://macworthy.com/apps/rectangle/): Window snapping with keyboard shortcuts. (Open source)
- [Magnet](https://macworthy.com/apps/magnet/): Snap windows into place by dragging. (One-time purchase)
- [Moom](https://macworthy.com/apps/moom/): Save and restore entire window layouts. (One-time purchase)
- [Loop](https://macworthy.com/apps/loop/): Window management with a radial menu. (Open source)
- [Split](https://macworthy.com/apps/split/): Side-by-side windows that resize together. (One-time purchase)
- [Tangrid](https://macworthy.com/apps/tangrid/): Automatic tiling with saved layouts per Space. (One-time purchase)
- [Resettle](https://macworthy.com/apps/resettle/): Puts windows back when you reconnect your monitors. (One-time purchase)
- [AltTab](https://macworthy.com/apps/alttab/): Windows-style alt-tab, with window previews. (Open source)

Tags: window management, gestures