Rendered by Finder
MacNewFile uses the Finder Sync Extension API. The menu is drawn by Finder itself — matching your system theme, Dark Mode, and Liquid Glass on macOS 26.
Finder Extension for macOS
New file.
Right where
you need it.
A native right-click shortcut for creating files in Finder. Fast, quiet, and exactly where you need it.
One gesture, zero detours
Create files
right where you work.
Right-click any folder in Finder, choose a template, and keep moving. MacNewFile adds a native New submenu through Apple's own Finder Sync API — so the shortcut feels like it was always there.
Project
Assets
notes.md
Why MacNewFile
Built for Finder.
Feels like Finder.
Seven languages
English, 简体中文, 繁體中文, 日本語, 한국어, Italiano, and ไทย from day one. The menu speaks the language your system speaks.
Works offline
No account. No cloud sync. No telemetry. MacNewFile runs entirely on your machine and never phones home.
Permission-aware
When macOS restricts access to a folder, MacNewFile tells you what happened and walks you through granting permission.
Useful templates
Plain text, Markdown, Word (.docx), Excel (.xlsx), and folders. Each template is minimal, valid, and ready to rename.
One-click extras
Open Terminal here. Copy path to clipboard. Small utilities that belong in the right-click menu.
Get started
Three steps. Under a minute.
- 1
Install MacNewFile
Download and open the app. It stays lightweight and local.
- 2
Enable Finder Extension
System Settings → Extensions → Added Extensions. One toggle.
- 3
Right-click in any folder
The "New File" submenu appears. Create from where you already are.
Type Finder Sync Extension
Platform macOS 12+
Framework SwiftUI + AppKit
Languages 7 languages
Network None required
Privacy No data collected
The shortcut Finder always deserved.
Free. Native. No account required.
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