One of the best things about this utility, as noted on MacUpdate , is that it runs as a normal application without extra privileges. Because it doesn't patch system files, the worst-case scenario is simply needing to force quit the app if it hangs—your system remains completely untouched.
While the app has seen significant updates—including compatibility for the latest macOS versions like macOS Tahoe —version 1.26 focuses on refining the core experience. Boring Old Menu Bar 1.26
If you’ve been using macOS since the Big Sur redesign, you’ve likely encountered the "transparency struggle." While Apple’s modern glass-like aesthetic is sleek, it can often turn your menu bar into a legibility nightmare depending on your wallpaper. Enter Boring Old Menu Bar , a utility designed specifically to restore the solid, dependable look of the macOS Catalina era. One of the best things about this utility,
Building on previous iterations that added support for the 2021 MacBook Pro notch and improved "Spaces" handling, version 1.26 continues to polish its wallpaper-switching logic. This ensures that even with dynamic wallpapers or complex multi-monitor setups, your "boring" solid menu bar stays exactly where it should be without flickering or artifacts. Is It Safe? If you’ve been using macOS since the Big