Meteorite

Product Introduction

1. Definition: Meteorite is a native macOS menu bar application categorized as a lightweight, keyboard-first notetaking tool. It operates as a persistent menu bar utility, enabling instant capture and retrieval of notes, tasks, and code snippets without requiring a full application window.
2. Core Value Proposition: Meteorite exists to eliminate friction in digital note capture, allowing users to instantly record thoughts, tasks, or information at the speed of thought using system-level shortcuts, thereby preserving workflow focus and minimizing context switching for macOS power users.

Main Features

1. Instant Capture via Global Shortcut: Meteorite utilizes macOS system-level keyboard shortcuts (default: ⌥⇧M) to summon a capture interface instantly from any app or screen. This native integration ensures near-zero latency input, storing text directly to its SQLite database without interrupting the user’s current task.
2. Keyboard-First Navigation & Search: All functions are optimized for keyboard control. Pressing K activates command mode; enter creates notes, ↓ navigates history, and ⇧C triggers instant search across all entries. Search results populate in real-time using efficient local indexing.
3. Menu Bar-Centric Minimalism: The app resides entirely in the macOS menu bar, consuming minimal system resources (SwiftUI-native architecture). Notes are accessed via a dropdown menu or shortcut (⌥⇧E), ensuring no persistent windows clutter the desktop. Export to Apple Notes integrates with macOS’s Notes.app via native scripting.

Problems Solved

1. Pain Point: Disruptive context switching caused by traditional note apps requiring window management, slowing down thought capture during focused work sessions. Meteorite solves this with its always-accessible, non-intrusive menu bar design.
2. Target Audience: Productivity-focused macOS users like software developers (capturing code snippets), writers (jotting ideas mid-draft), researchers (saving references), and busy professionals (quick task logging). Ideal for users prioritizing keyboard efficiency and minimal UI distraction.
3. Use Cases:
   • Instantly logging a bug reproduction step while coding without leaving the IDE.
   • Capturing a meeting action item during a video call via a single shortcut.
   • Temporarily storing a complex command line snippet for immediate reuse.
   • Quick-jotting inspiration during creative work without breaking flow.

Unique Advantages

1. Differentiation: Unlike feature-heavy apps like Evernote or Bear, Meteorite offers extreme minimalism and speed. Compared to other menu bar tools (e.g., Maccy clipboard manager), it specializes in structured note creation, not just clipboard history. Its keyboard-centricity surpasses most competitors.
2. Key Innovation: The "single shortcut capture-to-storage" mechanism leveraging macOS native APIs (SwiftUI, Hotkey event taps) ensures unparalleled speed. Its persistent menu bar presence with zero window footprint and deep Apple Notes export integration are technically refined for the macOS ecosystem.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Is Meteorite for macOS free? Meteorite offers a free core version with unlimited notes and essential features like instant capture, search, and keyboard navigation. Meteorite Pro unlocks advanced capabilities like Markdown support, cloud sync (future), and priority support via a one-time purchase.
2. How does Meteorite protect my note data privacy? Meteorite stores all notes locally in an encrypted SQLite database on your Mac. No user data is transmitted to external servers unless explicitly exported (e.g., to Apple Notes), ensuring maximum privacy for sensitive information.
3. Can Meteorite sync notes across my Apple devices? The current version focuses on ultra-fast local capture on macOS. While direct cross-device sync isn’t native yet, the "Export to Apple Notes" feature allows seamless transfer of notes to Apple’s ecosystem, which syncs via iCloud to iOS/iPadOS devices.
4. What happens to my notes if I uninstall Meteorite? Before uninstalling, use the export function to save notes to Apple Notes or manually back up the local database file. Uninstalling without export may result in permanent data loss, as notes are stored locally only by default.
5. Does Meteorite support formatting or rich text? Meteorite Pro introduces Markdown support for basic formatting (headings, lists, bold/italic). The core philosophy prioritizes speed over rich text, focusing on plain text capture for maximum efficiency and minimalism.