# Rectangle for Mac

> Window snapping with keyboard shortcuts.

Rectangle moves and resizes windows into halves, thirds and corners with shortcuts or drag-to-edge snapping. Free and open source.

## Facts

- Price: Free and open source
- Developer: Ryan Hanson
- Category: Windows & Desktop
- Website: https://rectangleapp.com/
- Homebrew cask: rectangle
- Source code: https://github.com/rxhanson/Rectangle
- GitHub stars: 30k
- Last commit: 2026-10-18
- Facts checked: 2026-10-19
- MacWorthy page: https://macworthy.com/apps/rectangle/

## Install

Homebrew:

```sh
brew install --cask rectangle
```

## Questions

### Is Rectangle free?

Yes. Rectangle is free and open source. The source code is on GitHub at rxhanson/Rectangle.

### Where can I download Rectangle for Mac?

Download Rectangle from the developer's website (rectangleapp.com) and GitHub. MacWorthy links only to official sources.

### Can I install Rectangle from the Terminal?

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

### What are good alternatives to Rectangle?

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

## Alternatives in Windows & Desktop

- [Loop](https://macworthy.com/apps/loop/): Window management with a radial menu. (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)
- [Swish](https://macworthy.com/apps/swish/): Window control with trackpad gestures. (One-time purchase)
- [AltTab](https://macworthy.com/apps/alttab/): Windows-style alt-tab, with window previews. (Open source)
- [Boring Notch](https://macworthy.com/apps/boring-notch/): A free, open-source notch companion. (Open source)
- [DockDoor](https://macworthy.com/apps/dockdoor/): Window previews when you hover the Dock. (Open source)
- [Split](https://macworthy.com/apps/split/): Side-by-side windows that resize together. (One-time purchase)

## Collections

- [New Mac essentials](https://macworthy.com/collections/new-mac-essentials/)
- [Free & open source](https://macworthy.com/collections/free-and-open/)

Tags: window management, open source