CopyLess 2

CopyLess 2 is intended to incorporate new functions to the clipboard built in macOS. Common operations such as cutting and pasting can mean a great saving of time and effort, so any improvement in this sense will undoubtedly increase your productivity.

This time, the advantage comes from being able to access a history of your clippings instead of just the last copied items.

Using this tool does not involve a steep learning curve. In fact, its initial configuration is done through a wizard, which allows you to decide what the application will look like, as well as how to synchronize and store the copied data. It is also possible to define which keyboard shortcuts you want to use; however, it is advisable to keep the same ones used in the system to avoid unnecessary memorization.

The application's interface is simple: it mainly displays a list of the items available in the clipboard. Fortunately, it is also possible to keep a history of almost any type of copied material, including text, images and code. One of the best ways to insert one of the copied items is to drag and drop it exactly on the target location.

It is very convenient to allow previewing their contents before you decide to copy one of them. In this regard, it is even possible to label the clippings for easy identification. Another solution allows you to keep your favorite elements at hand by marking them as favorites. Finally, you can choose to use the search tool or apply filters based on properties.

The good news is that, unlike the system clipboard, CopyLess 2 stores clippings on the hard disk, allowing you to continue accessing them even after a system reboot. Another variant includes the possibility of storing them in the cloud, so that they become also available for synchronization between different devices.

An advantage of using CopyLess 2 is that it lets you keep your data private. In this regard, you can create a kind of blacklist of sensitive applications and data, which are ignored in the event of copying to the clipboard. Also, it is convenient that you can remove the formatting of the copied text, which facilitates its integration with the target document. Finally, the application helps you work more efficiently by allowing you to paste multiple clippings in a single operation.

It is a shame that sometimes CopyLess 2 makes you wait while it finds the clippings, which causes a delay that normally does not occur when you use the built-in clipboard.

To conclude, CopyLess 2 can have a positive impact on your productivity, so you will most likely want to keep this product as part of your list of essential tools. There is a free version in the Mac App Store, but it has limitations on the number of items it stores in your history and identifies as favorites. To enable a much larger number of clippings or activate synchronization, you must purchase those features via in-app purchase.