Question 1

How do I change the menu bar icon color in baRSS?

Accepted Answer

You must use Terminal commands like 'defaults write de.relikd.baRSS colorStatusIconTint -string "#37F"', as there's no graphical setting for this in the app, per the CLI options section.

Question 2

baRSS vs NetNewsWire: which is better for macOS?

Accepted Answer

baRSS is more minimal with lower resource usage and menu bar integration, ideal for lightweight, private use. NetNewsWire offers more features like syncing and a richer interface, better for power users needing advanced functionality.

Question 3

Does baRSS sync with Feedly or other online services?

Accepted Answer

No, baRSS does not support synchronization with online RSS services; this is listed as a future feature in the ToDo section, so users must manage feeds locally.

Question 4

How to backup my feeds in baRSS?

Accepted Answer

Use the CLI command from the README: open barss:backup and copy the file from the Application Support folder, as there's no built-in backup option in the GUI, requiring manual steps.

Question 5

Is baRSS safe to download since it's not on the App Store?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the project is open source on GitHub, allowing code review for security, and the developer warns against counterfeit App Store versions, ensuring transparency and safety from malware.

Question 6

Can baRSS handle podcast or video feeds directly?

Accepted Answer

No, media playback is not supported; links open in the default browser, and the ToDo list mentions media support as a potential future addition, limiting its use for multimedia content.

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