A desktop app that simplifies drag-and-drop operations across windows and virtual desktops without requiring side-by-side windows.
DropPoint is a desktop application that simplifies drag-and-drop operations by allowing users to drag files into a temporary holding area and retrieve them from any window or virtual desktop. It solves the problem of needing to arrange windows side-by-side for file transfers, making cross-window and cross-desktop drag-and-drop seamless.
Users who frequently move files between applications, windows, or virtual desktops on Windows, Linux, or macOS and want a more efficient drag-and-drop workflow.
Developers choose DropPoint for its cross-platform compatibility, ability to work across virtual desktops, and minimal setup—offering a lightweight alternative to manual window management for drag-and-drop tasks.
Make drag-and-drop easier using DropPoint. Drag content without having to open side-by-side windows
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Provides dedicated installers for Windows, Linux, and macOS, ensuring consistent functionality across operating systems as emphasized in the README's installation instructions.
Enables file transfers between different virtual desktops or workspaces, a rare feature demonstrated in the demo GIFs that solves a common multi-tasking pain point.
Runs minimized with a global hotkey (Shift + Caps Lock) to spawn instances at the mouse location, making it highly accessible for frequent use without cluttering the desktop.
Acts as a temporary storage where dragged content remains until moved, eliminating the need to keep source and destination windows open simultaneously, as described in the Key Features.
Cannot handle drag-and-drop from within applications like web browsers or email clients, restricting its utility to file explorer contexts and missing common use cases.
The global hotkey is fixed and non-configurable, which may conflict with other software or user preferences, especially on Mac where it uses Shift + Tab instead.
Requires users to manually enable 'Show Window from this app on all Desktops' in Task View for cross-virtual-desktop functionality on Windows, adding an extra setup step not needed on other OSes.
DropPoint is an open-source alternative to the following products: