HazeOver is a minimalist utility for macOS that automatically highlights your frontmost window by fading out everything else in the background. Unlike "Stage Manager," which reshuffles your entire workspace, HazeOver keeps your windows exactly where they are but uses a customizable "haze" to visually prioritize your current task. Key Features in Version 1.9.1
: One of HazeOver’s strongest suits is how it handles multiple monitors. You can choose to dim background windows on all screens or only on the screen you are currently interacting with. HazeOver 1.9.1
The 1.9.x series brought significant modernization to the app, ensuring it feels like a native part of the modern macOS experience. HazeOver is a minimalist utility for macOS that
In the age of oversized monitors and endless browser tabs, "screen clutter" is the ultimate productivity killer. If you find yourself losing your cursor—or your train of thought—amidst a sea of open windows, is the distraction-dimmer your Mac has been waiting for. What is HazeOver? You can choose to dim background windows on
: Version 1.9.1 refined support for Shortcuts , allowing you to automate your focus environment. You can now toggle the dimming effect or change the intensity based on specific triggers, like launching a "Deep Work" shortcut.
: You aren't stuck with gray. HazeOver allows you to pick any color for your "haze," which is particularly useful for designers who need to maintain specific contrast levels. Why Version 1.9.1 Matters