Skim is a free PDF reader and note taker for the Mac. There are many PDF annotators out there but most require payment. This software from Skim is free and the program makes it easy to add notes to your PDF files, and what’s more, you can save the settings.
DivFix++ by developer Erdem U. Altinyurt is a free AVI repair tool. As its developer points out, AVI files can be become corrupted, and this can spell trouble if you are trying to convert your AVI files and save them on a console or your smartphone. This program will fix the file for you and it’s free.
Sigil is an EPUB editor that works on multiple platforms. Even though it is free, the program has a lot of features that rival even those of commercially available software. It is easy to use and has support for EPUB 2 specs and UTF 16 as well. While most users will be content with the book view, it also supports preview and code views if you want to edit it.
Freeplane is a free open source mind mapping application. This program, created by the Freeplane Development Team, has several tools for concept and information mapping. With the software you can take notes with unconnected nodes and you can position these freely. But there is more to Freeplane than just standard mind mapping.
Skala Preview from Bjango is an app that allows you to send precise color interface previews from your Mac to the iOS or Android. If you design apps or websites and accuracy is a must, this could be what you are looking for. Simply put, if you’re designing iOS apps, this will show what the image will really look like and change accordingly in real time as you work on it.
GarageBuy for Mac is a free program to help manage your EBay collections and purchases. Developed by iwascoding, it’s the perfect alternative to EBay’s confusi... Read More
Money Manager Ex is a free open source personal finance software. Developed by Codelathe, it provides you with a simple means for keeping track of your expenditures and monitoring your income. While the program has a lot of features, it does a nice job of keeping the interface clean.
Some users refer to SketchBook Express as the Mac Version of Windows Paint, but it's more powerful. Created by AutoDesk, it offers casual users an easy way to learn how to paint and draw. Those who know little about drawing and painting will learn the ropes quickly.
A blank canvas greets you after launching the app. One window has controls for redo, undo, colors and shapes. Pencils, erasers, pens and brushes are stored in another window. You also have flood fill tools, brushes for sharpening and blurring.
Lightworks is a powerful open source NLE that was built for the use of professional editors. Published by EditShare, this video editor has a drag and drop timeline, will auto save your projects as well as provide you with media and metadata management tools. It also comes with support for stereoscopic and 3D workflows.
