Overview
EdgeBar turns the edges of a MacBook trackpad into controls for volume and brightness, with the same on-screen display shown when using keyboard keys. It also offers Quick Mute, a media strip for playback controls, haptic feedback, fine control and cursor freeze.
The app lives in the menu bar and has no Dock icon. Settings include swapping the control sides, limiting the active area, requiring a modifier, and choosing an appearance. EdgeBar costs $9 as a one-time purchase, includes a lifetime license and free 1.x updates, and requires macOS 13 Ventura or later.
Highlights
- Adjust volume and brightness from trackpad edges
- Quick Mute with a double-tap
- Media Strip for playback controls
- Haptic feedback and fine control
- Menu bar app with no Dock icon
