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Hyoi

Hyoi

A magical shelf that appears when you drag files on Mac

Website apps.apple.com
Overview

What it is

Hyoi is a lightweight macOS utility that automatically shows a floating shelf when you drag files. Drop files, images, or text temporarily, then drag them anywhere. Perfect for multi-step file operations without cluttering your desktop.

Intent

I need it when

Speed up multi-step workflows involving multiple applications

By providing a quick drop zone for items being moved between apps, Hyoi eliminates the context-switching overhead of finding destination windows or folders, allowing users to maintain workflow momentum.

Create a temporary workspace without cluttering the desktop

Hyoi stays hidden at the edge of the screen until needed, appearing as a lightweight, distraction-free floating shelf. It holds files, images, and text temporarily without managing or organizing them permanently.

Reduce friction when moving files between applications

Hyoi provides a floating drag-and-drop shelf that eliminates the need to juggle windows or hold the mouse while searching for a destination. Users drag items from any app and drop them on the shelf, then retrieve them later when ready.

Maintain focus while handling multiple file transfers

Hyoi's invisible-until-needed design keeps the interface minimal and non-intrusive. Users can collect multiple items on the shelf and move them out later, reducing cognitive load during focused work sessions.

Drop

Not a fit when

  • User needs file management and organization beyond temporary holding
  • User requires cross-platform compatibility outside macOS ecosystem
  • User needs persistent storage or archival of dropped items
  • User works on systems older than macOS 13.5
  • User needs advanced search or tagging capabilities for held items
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Pricing

USD3.99 / lifetime View pricing