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15 changes: 10 additions & 5 deletions source/content/apps/dato.md
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### Trial

There's a fully functional trial available [here](https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/6z1mj94xelwpmoyojkvt3/Dato-5.3.7-trial-1725218207.zip?rlkey=hdidus85nzcwu164rdx7z3hr3&raw=1). The only limitation is that it will prompt you to buy Dato every 12 hours and it will not receive automatic updates. If you decide to buy Dato on the App Store, all data and settings from the trial version will be preserved (they share the same storage).
Try the fully functional trial [here](https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/6z1mj94xelwpmoyojkvt3/Dato-5.3.7-trial-1725218207.zip?rlkey=hdidus85nzcwu164rdx7z3hr3&raw=1). The only limitation is a reminder to buy the app every 12 hours, and no automatic updates. All data and settings carry over if you buy it on the App Store.

You can also [try it on Setapp](https://go.setapp.com/stp181?refAppID=571&utm_medium=vendor_program&utm_content=button) for 7 days for free.

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#### The app does not show up in the menu bar

macOS hides menu bar apps when there is no space left in the menu bar. This is a common problem on MacBooks with a notch. Try quitting some other menu bar apps to free up space. If this does not solve it, try quitting Bartender if you have it installed.
macOS hides menu bar apps when there is no space left in the menu bar. This is a common problem on MacBooks with a notch. Try quitting some other menu bar apps to free up space. If this does not solve it, try quitting Bartender/Ice if you have it installed.

#### Dato does not work with Ice

This is an [issue with Ice](https://github.com/jordanbaird/Ice/discussions/298) and must be fixed there.

#### Can I buy Dato from outside the App Store and Setapp?

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- When in the settings for it, the placeholder example menu bar item shows up in the menu bar.
- If it doesn't show up, try reducing the “event title limit”.
- There is enough space in the menu bar to show it.
- If you have Bartender or Ice (or a similar app that hides menu bar items) installed, make sure the menu bar item was not auto-hidden by Bartender.
- Note that it uses a separate menu item from the main Dato menu item, so it could still be hidden by Bartender while the main menu bar item is not.
- Try quitting Bartender to make sure it is not one causing the issue.
- If you have Bartender or Ice (or a similar app that hides menu bar items) installed, make sure the menu bar item was not auto-hidden by them.
- Note that it uses a separate menu item from the main Dato menu item, so it could still be hidden by Bartender/Ice while the main menu bar item is not.
- Try quitting Bartender/Ice to make sure it is not one causing the issue.
- If you are using Ice, see [this](https://github.com/jordanbaird/Ice/discussions/298).

#### It does not support the video call service I use

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No, that is unfortunately not possible. Folder Peek is built as a system menu, and a menu cannot be kept open if it's not focused. Instead, first, navigate to the nested folder, click to open it in Finder, and then drag & drop the file into the Finder window.

#### Can it auto-mount a network volume when accessing it? {#network-volume}

No, this is not possible because of sandboxing. If you want to use a network volume in the app, you need to manually mount it first or use a tool like [AutoMounter](https://pixeleyes.co.nz/automounter/) to keep it always mounted.

#### Can it support adding a tag instead of a folder?

No. This is not planned.

#### The app I want does not show up in the “Open With” menu for a folder {#folder-open-with}

Apps define the types they support and Folder Peek just fetches a list of apps that support opening folders. However, many apps forget to declare support for folders even though they can open them. I would encourage reporting this to the developers of the app you want to open ([example report](https://github.com/microsoft/vscode/issues/146977)). In the meantime, I'm happy to manually add the app to the list if you contact me, but you are expected to also have reported the issue to the app's developers.
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appStoreId: 6444667067
olderMacOSVersions:
- '13'
feedbackNote: |
If you are having problems with sync, [read this](/hyperduck#troubleshooting).
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For example, share a link from Safari on your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Vision Pro, and have it open in the default browser on your Mac moments later.
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#### Can you support the reverse - Mac to iOS?

No. That is not something I plan to support. It's simply not something I need myself and it would make the app much more complicated.
No. That is not something I plan to support. It's simply not something I need myself and it would make the app much more complicated. Also, it would not be possible to open the URL directly in the browser like it does on macOS, so the experience would not be great.

#### Can you localize the app into my language?

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- macOS
- iOS
appStoreId: 6465682248
forceHasIosAppIcon: true
---

The app provides widgets that act like sticky notes. Show them on your Home Screen, Lock Screen, StandBy, or desktop.
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### Scripting

One Thing can be automated using the Shortcuts app or with a custom URL scheme.
The app can be automated using the Shortcuts app or with a custom URL scheme.

More integrations:

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#### Shortcuts app

- [Example shortcut](https://www.icloud.com/shortcuts/381619f1c8404770ad020d439a48fd9c)
- [How to use Shortcuts](https://www.xda-developers.com/guide-shortcuts-macos/)
- [Shortcuts usage guide](https://www.xda-developers.com/guide-shortcuts-macos/)
- [How to run shortcuts from the command-line](https://support.apple.com/guide/shortcuts-mac/run-shortcuts-from-the-command-line-apd455c82f02/mac)

**Examples**
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#### Can you make the menu bar icon green when online?

No. Menu bar icons are intended to be mostly monotone, changing color only to indicate critical states. For example, the battery icon turns red or yellow when low but stays monochrome when full.
No. Menu bar icons are intended to be mostly monotone, changing color only to indicate critical states. For example, the battery icon turns red when low but stays monochrome when full. Showing green also isn't that useful as you can assume it's connected when not red, and having a constant green color there could be distracting.

#### [More FAQs…](/apps/faq)

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You can also press <kbd>Command</kbd> + <kbd>N</kbd> if you have [tabs enabled for document apps](https://support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/mac-help/mchla4695cce/mac).

#### Can I keep it in the menu bar?

No, that's not supported. However, you may be interested in my [Scratchpad](/scratchpad) app.

#### How can I make the app preserve open documents when I quit on macOS?

This is already how it works. Actually, it's how all document-based apps on macOS work. Make sure you don't have “System Settings › Desktop & Dock › Close windows when quitting an application” enabled.
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- iOS
- visionOS
# - watchOS
# isPaid: true TODO
isPaid: true
isMenuBarApp: true
appStoreId: 6504040051
# olderMacOSVersions:
# - '14'
feedbackNote: |
If you are having problems with sync, [read this](/scratchpad#troubleshooting).
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Capture your thoughts instantly in a single, always-accessible note.
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- Sync with iCloud, or not
- Custom hotkey for instant writing <sup>(macOS)</sup>
- Translucent background <sup>(macOS)</sup>
- Font settings

Perfect for brain dumps, quick drafts, and fleeting ideas. Your thoughts are just a click away, without breaking your workflow.

**watchOS version is planned later this year.**

<a href="https://www.producthunt.com/posts/scratchpad-3?embed=true&utm_source=badge-top-post-badge&utm_medium=badge&utm_souce=badge-scratchpad&#0045;3" target="_blank"><img src="https://api.producthunt.com/widgets/embed-image/v1/top-post-badge.svg?post_id=486333&theme=light&period=daily" alt="Scratchpad - Quick&#0032;notes&#0044;&#0032;always&#0032;available | Product Hunt" style="width: 250px; height: 54px;" width="250" height="54" /></a>

#### Privacy

The app uses iCloud syncing to securely sync your text across devices. This feature is opt-in. Neither the app developer nor Apple can access the text in your scratchpad. The app does not collect any personal data and contains no tracking.

### Trial

Try the fully functional trial of the macOS app [here](https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/nzjdt588h0y2zj8wn48r1/Scratchpad-1.1.0-trial-1725634004.zip?rlkey=3hhcc0rcwt2cjpba7vbnl2ucq&raw=1). The only limitation is a reminder to buy the app every 12 hours, and no automatic updates. All data and settings carry over if you buy it on the App Store.

### Tips

#### Troubleshoot syncing {#troubleshooting}

- Ensure iCloud sync is enabled in the Scratchpad settings on all devices you wish to sync.
- After enabling sync, try writing some more text on all the devices.
- The initial sync may take a while.
- Ensure all devices are signed into the same iCloud account.
- Ensure all devices are online.
- Try restarting all devices.
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- If using a VPN, try disconnecting it, as some VPNs can interfere with iCloud syncing.
- Check the [iCloud system status](https://www.apple.com/support/systemstatus/) to ensure the service is not experiencing issues.

#### Launch app from Lock Screen

Quickly open the app using the built-in Lock Screen widget. For more customization options, you can also use my [Quick Launch](/quick-launch) app.

### Frequently Asked Questions {#faq}

#### I have a feature request, bug report, or some feedback
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Refer to the [troubleshooting section](#troubleshooting) above to resolve syncing issues.

#### Can it show the text in a widget?

No, but check out my [Any Text](/any-text) app for that.

#### Can it show the text in the macOS menu bar?

No, but check out my [One Thing](/one-thing) app for that.

#### The text sometimes jumps when I write fast

This is a macOS bug. There is unfortunately nothing I can do about it.
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The keyboard shortcut is listed in the “…” menu.

#### Can you add a font and color setting?
#### Can you add a color setting?

I don't plan to add that. It's not essential and I'm trying to keep the app simple.

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I don't plan to localize the app.

#### How does this compare to [Tot](https://tot.rocks)? {#tot}

Scratchpad advantages:

- Simpler, focused design: A single plain text note for minimal distraction.
- Can float on top of other windows.
- iCloud sync is optional. Tot does not have a setting to turn off iCloud sync.
- More affordable pricing: $2 vs $20 for Tot.
- visionOS support.
- Unlimited note size. Tot is limited to 100,000 characters.
- Translucent background on macOS.

Tot advantages:

- Supports 7 notes.
- Rich-text support.
- More mature.
- Available for watchOS. *(Scratchpad will have a watchOS app soon)*

#### [More FAQs…](/apps/faq)

<!-- ### Older Versions
- [1.0.0]() for macOS 14+ -->

### Non-App Store Version
<!-- ### Non-App Store Version
A special version for users that cannot access the App Store. It won't receive automatic updates. I will update it here once a year.
[Download](https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/c9yck1mydyytvkz8rk5dr/Scratchpad-1.0.3-1725305281.zip?rlkey=dfy3q9f3vuvo4q9kgbih7nke5&raw=1) *(1.0.3)*
*Requires macOS 14 or later*
-->
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#### Can you add a “Move” action?

This is unfortunately not possible. [Share extensions](https://support.apple.com/guide/mac-help/use-the-share-menu-on-mac-mh40614/mac) (for example, the "Copy" action), only receive a copy of the file. They have no access to the original file.
This is unfortunately not possible. [Share extensions](https://support.apple.com/guide/mac-help/use-the-share-menu-on-mac-mh40614/mac) (for example, the "Copy" action), usually only receive a copy of the file. They have no guaranteed access to the original file.

#### Can you add a “Copy Path” action for use in Finder?

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**I clicked a link in VS Code**

VS Code [does not open the system default browser](https://github.com/microsoft/vscode/issues/96132) when you click a link in the app. Because of this, Velja is not used.
By default, VS Code does not open the system default browser when you click a link in the app. Because of this, Velja is not used. You can change this with the `workbench.externalBrowser` setting in VS Code.

**I clicked a short URL**

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