Question 1

Is Mouseless still being developed or supported?

Accepted Answer

No, the project is discontinued as per the README warning, so there are no ongoing updates or official support, making it a legacy tool.

Question 2

How does Mouseless translate keyboard shortcuts for different layouts?

Accepted Answer

It automatically maps shortcuts based on your system's keyboard layout, ensuring they correspond to the physical keys you have, which is useful for international users.

Question 3

Can I build Mouseless from source for personal use?

Accepted Answer

Technically yes by forking, but the README strongly advises against it due to the need for macOS developer certificates and notarization, making it challenging without proper setup.

Question 4

Mouseless vs CheatSheet: which is better for learning shortcuts?

Accepted Answer

Mouseless focuses on interactive training with exercises, while CheatSheet is a quick overlay for lookup; choose Mouseless if you want structured practice, but note it's discontinued.

Question 5

What happens if my app isn't supported by Mouseless?

Accepted Answer

The README links to a feedback page, but since the project is discontinued, adding new apps is unlikely; you'd need to rely on the existing list or seek alternatives.

Question 6

How to use Mouseless without buying a license?

Accepted Answer

You can't legally; the README states you must purchase a license or use it via SetApp subscription, as the open-source code is not freely usable without payment.

Question 7

Are there any free alternatives to Mouseless for macOS?

Accepted Answer

Yes, tools like CheatSheet or system shortcuts guides exist, but they may lack Mouseless's training features; since Mouseless is paid and discontinued, free options might be more practical.

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