xbar places output from shell scripts and other programs in the macOS menu bar for at-a-glance access.
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xbar places output from executable scripts and programs in the macOS menu bar.
About xbar
xbar places output from executable scripts and programs in the macOS menu bar. It provides pre-built plugins organized by categories such as system, network, weather, and finance, and supports writing custom plugins in any language.
It is available as a download for macOS. Example plugins display network status, an OKX price ticker, Bluetooth Trackpad battery percentage, and RSS feed items.
Key features
- Places output from executable scripts in macOS menu bar
- Provides pre-built plugins organized by category
- Supports writing custom plugins in any language
- Shows internal and external IP addresses and speedtest results
- Generates TOTP codes from YubiKey OATH
- Lists latest RSS feed items with links
Best for: Mac users who want script output and selected data visible in the menu bar.
Good for
- Accepts custom plugins written in any language
- Offers pre-built plugins organized by category
- Covers varied uses such as network info, price tickers, and RSS feeds
xbar at a glance
- Website
- xbarapp.com
- Category
- Software & Utilities › Mac Apps
- Type
- Website
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- macOS, Web
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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xbar FAQ
What does xbar do?
It puts the output of any executable script or program into the macOS menu bar.
In what language can I write plugins?
Plugins can be written in any language.
How are pre-built plugins organized?
They are grouped by categories such as AWS, Cloud, Cryptocurrency, Dev, Finance, System, Time, Tools, Weather, and Web.
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