An Alfred workflow for managing Bluetooth connections, status, and device pairing on macOS.
Bluetooth Controller is an Alfred workflow that provides comprehensive control over Bluetooth settings and connections on macOS. It allows users to manage device connections, toggle Bluetooth status, pair/unpair devices, and monitor status entirely through Alfred's interface. The workflow solves the problem of navigating through System Preferences by offering keyboard-driven commands for common Bluetooth tasks.
macOS users who rely on Alfred for productivity and want efficient, keyboard-centric control over their Bluetooth devices. It's particularly useful for power users, developers, and anyone who frequently connects/disconnects Bluetooth peripherals like headphones, keyboards, or mice.
Developers choose Bluetooth Controller for its deep integration with Alfred, eliminating the need to switch to System Preferences. It offers reliable functionality through blueutil, supports remote triggers, and includes safety features like confirmation prompts, making Bluetooth management faster and less error-prone.
Alfred workflow for managing bluetooth settings and -connections
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Enables complete Bluetooth control through Alfred commands like 'bton' or 'btd', eliminating the need to open System Preferences, as detailed in the Commands section.
Supports pairing, unpairing, connecting, disconnecting, and favorite device handling all from Alfred, as shown in the Pair/Unpair Device and Manage favorite device sections.
Most commands have Alfred Remote Triggers, allowing control from other devices, which enhances flexibility for multi-device setups.
Includes Safe Mode with user confirmation prompts for toggle and deactivation commands, preventing accidental disconnections, especially useful for devices like iMacs.
Requires manual installation of blueutil via Homebrew or MacPorts, adding setup complexity and potential maintenance issues if blueutil updates.
Users may face Gatekeeper issues with the notificator binary, requiring manual steps to remove quarantine attributes, as noted in the Troubleshooting section.
Only functions within Alfred, making it unsuitable for users of other launchers like Spotlight or Raycast, with no cross-platform support.