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PixelClaw

PixelClaw

A tiny pixel crab that lives on your Dock

Website github.com
Overview

What it is

PixelClaw is a tiny animated crab that lives on your Mac Dock, giving you something charming to watch and play with while Claude Code works in the background. It naps, hops, and chases apples you drop for it.

Intent

I need it when

Learn Swift development through a small, well-documented project

PixelClaw's source code demonstrates Swift 5.9+ with AppKit, sprite rendering, animation loops, and Dock geometry handling. The project includes architecture documentation and clear file organization suitable for developers learning macOS app development.

Customize and extend a simple desktop application with open-source code

PixelClaw is MIT-licensed open-source software written in Swift with clear architecture documentation. Users can fork the repository, modify sprite data, animation logic, and interaction behavior to create personalized versions.

Install a lightweight macOS application via Homebrew or direct download

PixelClaw installs easily via Homebrew (brew install masasron/tap/pixelclaw) or direct DMG download. The app requires minimal system resources and integrates seamlessly with the native macOS Dock without requiring complex setup.

Add a fun, interactive desktop companion to reduce boredom during work

PixelClaw provides a tiny pixel crab that lives on the macOS Dock, sleeps, wakes on click, and chases apples you drop. This novelty pet offers idle entertainment and visual interest without interfering with work tasks.

Drop

Not a fit when

  • User requires a commercial product with vendor support and SLAs
  • User needs Windows or Linux compatibility (macOS 12+ only)
  • User wants a productivity tool rather than a novelty desktop pet
  • User requires accessibility features beyond basic Dock positioning
  • User needs active development and frequent feature updates
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Pricing

Free, open-source software