Question 1

Is DMG Maker free to use?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it's completely free and open-source. The developer encourages support through donations or starring the GitHub repo, as mentioned in the README under the support section.

Question 2

What macOS version does DMG Maker require?

Accepted Answer

DMG Maker requires macOS 14 or later, as stated in the technical details. It won't run on older versions, so check your system compatibility first.

Question 3

How do I add a custom background to my DMG with DMG Maker?

Accepted Answer

In GUI mode, drag and drop a custom image into the second zone after your .app bundle. If omitted, DMG Maker auto-generates a mesh-gradient background, making it simple but customizable.

Question 4

DMG Maker vs create-dmg: which is better?

Accepted Answer

DMG Maker excels with modern visual effects and a user-friendly GUI, while create-dmg is a command-line tool offering more scripting control. Choose based on whether you prioritize aesthetics or automation flexibility.

Question 5

Can I use DMG Maker in my CI/CD pipeline?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the CLI support allows headless creation via commands like 'swift run "DMG Maker" --app /path/to/app --name VolumeName', making it integrable into build scripts for automation.

Question 6

Does DMG Maker support batch processing of multiple DMGs?

Accepted Answer

No, from the README, it's designed for single DMG creation. For batch processing, you'd need to script multiple CLI calls, as there's no built-in batch feature.

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