I added a new PopClip extension to my collection this morning. It’s called OpenURLS and it does exactly what you think: it scans selected text for urls (http or custom handlers) and opens everything it finds in each urls default application.
popclip
This is a version of Planter (instant nested folder creation from indented text input) modified for LaunchBar1. It has a customized version of the Planter script and CocoaDialog embedded, so you can use it simply by unzipping the download, placing the file in and running it directly from LaunchBar. Download at the end of this post.
launchbar, productivity, scripting
Updated: This configuration no longer works in macOS Sierra or greater due to changes in Karabiner. I’ve written some new instructions.
keybindings, keyboard
I realized the other day that I don’t blog much about the non-software tools and objects that I use every day. I’ve mentioned my Nest and a few of my favorite capture tools, but not much else. I checked my pockets to see what I had that I never left home without; I found my trusty Gerber Artifact1 and thought it worth telling folks about.
hardware, tools
It was a pleasure joining Michael Schechter and Mike Vardy on “Mikes on Mics” this week. The conversation centered around procrastination; and its potential benefits. A tequila, whisky and microbrew-driven conversation that led to some interesting revelations.
interview, podcast
I tested out a journaling app called Memories today, and thought it was worth a mention. If you’re looking for a great-looking journaling app that also offers encryption for your personal thoughts, Memories is probably worth a taking a peek at.
macappstore, macos, review
I finally got to hear from a guest who knows their stuff when it comes to the human mind. Howard Buddin joined me on Systematic this week to talk about memory, the brain and, of course, some top picks of the week (which happen to be geared toward the research community). It was a great conversation. I had to edit a few minutes out just for time, but Howard has promised to come back and continue the conversation so we can cover all of the things I wish we had time to cover in this episode. Check…
podcast, systematic
I’ve realized that my experience as a blogger for larger organizations and someone who has successfully marketed their own app I have some knowledge that not every developer is privvy to. I think it’s a good time to share what I’ve learned; things I take for granted but that could be very helpful to others just getting started.
marketing
I’m starting a collection of PopClip extensions. I’m playing with a few right now, but the repository currently consists of a lame one plugin. However, it’s a pretty handy one.
popclip
The latest Systematic is up, and I’m very honored to have David Wain as a guest. His body of work as a writer, director and actor is immense, and he’s been a part of some of my favorite sketch comedy groups from Stella to The State, movies and currently writes for and occasionally appears in Children’s Hospital.
podcast, systematic
I’m quite late on linking this, but I had a great time talking mind mapping and brainstorming with Gabe Weatherhead over on Generational. It covers some areas I’ve never talked about in-depth elsewhere, so if you’re curious, head on over and check it out.
generational, interview, podcast
The giveaway robot has picked two winners for the Pixa giveaway! Names are linked to the comments that were selected to avoid any confusion. Emails have already been sent, if your comment is listed below and you haven’t heard from me (and you’ve checked your spam folder), please let me know.
giveaway, macos
Update: Simplenote has announced that there was an issue on their end this morning, and that it has been corrected. While there are still issues with nvALT’s implementation lagging behind Simplenote’s API (which have been getting more frequent lately), the rampant deletion of notes in nvALT should be over now.
nvalt, simplenote
