FocusFrame

What it does

Most productivity apps try to block distractions. FocusFrame takes a different approach — it just dims everything that isn't your active window. Press ⌘⇧F and a smooth dark overlay covers your entire screen except the window you're in. Click another window and the spotlight follows instantly. Press the shortcut again to turn it off. That's it. No settings to configure. No onboarding. It just works.

FocusFrame dims every window on your Mac except the one you

One keyboard shortcut turns your Mac into a distraction-free workspace. FocusFrame activates instantly from anywhere — no need to click the menu bar first. A smooth dark overlay covers all screens. Your active window is cut out and stays fully visible. Click any window and the spotlight moves there instantly. Press ⌘⇧F again to turn it off. ⌘⇧F toggles focus mode from anywhere, instantly. No clicking required. Drag a slider in the menu bar from 0% to 100%. Changes apply live while the effect is active. Every connected screen dims. The bright cutout tracks whichever display holds your active window. Click any window and the spotlight moves there automatically. No shortcut needed to switch.…from focusframe.cloud

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