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I tried this Mac music app, and now I wish macOS had it built-in

Gramola keeps my music within reach without pulling me away from work. It’s a Mac app that has made my daily listening surprisingly better.

I tried this Mac music app, and now I wish macOS had it built-in

I recently stumbled upon a Mac music app called Gramola, which has transformed my music listening experience while working. The app cleverly slides open a shelf containing my music when I touch the screen's edge, allowing me to choose an album or song without leaving my current task. This feature is reminiscent of macOS's Dock, which only appears when I move my cursor to the bottom of the screen.

Gramola stays out of my way until needed, and its customization options make it feel like an integral part of macOS. With search capabilities and a mini player, I can quickly find and play my desired music without interrupting my workflow. Gramola doesn't aim to replace my existing music services but serves as a faster way to browse and select my desired tracks.

Created by Gabriel Lopez Santana as a solo project, Gramola launched recently and offers a seven-day free trial, after which it costs $9.99 as a one-time purchase.

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