FlashSpace
FlashSpace is a free, open-source desktop utility for Windows and macOS. FlashSpace is a blazingly fast virtual workspace manager for macOS. It has 3,545 GitHub stars and is released under the GPL-3.0 license. Its source code is on GitHub at wojciech-kulik/FlashSpace.
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About FlashSpace
FlashSpace is a blazingly-fast virtual workspace manager for macOS, designed to enhance and replace native macOS Spaces. No more waiting for macOS animations.
Install FlashSpace
Package names found in the project's README. Each links to its package page so you can check the publisher first.
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Is FlashSpace free and open source?
Yes. FlashSpace's source code is public on GitHub under the GPL-3.0 license, which is OSI-approved or FSF-free, so you can use, copy and change it for free.
How do I install FlashSpace?
Homebrew: brew install --cask flashspace. The commands are on this page. Installers are also on its GitHub Releases page (latest: v4.19.83).
Is FlashSpace still maintained?
The repository's most recent commit was on Oct 26, 2026. appsgit only lists apps whose repository had a commit in the last six months.