Frequently Asked Questions

SpaceJump is a macOS app that lets you name your desktop Spaces, see the current Space in your menu bar, switch instantly with keyboard shortcuts, and automatically track time per workspace. It's the missing productivity feature Apple forgot to build.

Yes! SpaceJump lets you give each macOS Space a custom name, icon, and color. These names appear in your menu bar and Quick Switcher, making it easy to identify which desktop you're on without opening Mission Control.

SpaceJump works on any Mac running macOS 13 (Ventura) or later. It's a native Swift app that's lightweight (~2MB) and designed specifically for Apple Silicon and Intel Macs.

Yes. SpaceJump is a native macOS app that doesn't require disabling System Integrity Protection (SIP). It uses only standard macOS APIs and doesn't collect any personal data. All your data stays on your Mac.

Press Option+Space (⌥+Space) to open the Quick Switcher. Type to filter your Spaces or press 1-9 to jump directly to a Space. You can also press the shortcut again to instantly jump back to your previous Space.

Yes! SpaceJump tracks time automatically based on which Space you're in. When you switch Spaces, the timer switches too. There's no need to start or stop timers manually. Idle time is detected and excluded automatically.

Yes. SpaceJump exports your time logs as CSV files that can be opened in Excel, Google Sheets, or imported into invoicing software. Perfect for freelancers who need to bill clients by the hour.

Yes! SpaceJump fully supports external displays. Time tracking, Space names, and the Quick Switcher all work across all your monitors, including when using macOS 'Displays have separate Spaces' mode.

Yes. SpaceJump shows the current Space name in your menu bar. You always know which workspace you're in at a glance, without pressing any keys or opening Mission Control.

Space automations let you trigger actions when entering or leaving a Space. For example, auto-mute when entering your 'Focus' space, or enable Do Not Disturb in 'Deep Work'. Your spaces adapt to your workflow.

Yes! Press your Quick Switcher shortcut (⌥+Space by default) twice quickly, or use a dedicated 'Jump Back' shortcut. This makes it easy to flip between two workspaces while working.

SpaceJump offers a free tier with up to 3 named Spaces, menu bar indicator, Quick Switcher, and basic time tracking. The Pro version ($9.99 one-time) unlocks unlimited Spaces, full time tracking with export, and priority support.

No. SpaceJump Pro is a one-time purchase of $9.99. No subscriptions, no recurring fees. You get lifetime updates included.

Yes. One SpaceJump Pro license works on up to 2 Macs. Perfect if you have a MacBook and an iMac or Mac Studio.

Yes! Download SpaceJump for free and try all Pro features for 14 days. After that, you can continue using the free tier or purchase Pro to unlock everything.

No. SpaceJump is a lightweight native app that works without disabling System Integrity Protection (SIP). It uses standard macOS APIs and doesn't require any special permissions beyond accessibility access.

Yes. SpaceJump works completely offline. No internet connection is required for any features including time tracking. All your data is stored locally on your Mac.

SpaceJump requires Accessibility permission to detect Space changes and enable keyboard shortcuts. This is a standard macOS permission used by many productivity apps.

No. SpaceJump is a native Swift app that uses minimal resources (~2MB disk space, negligible CPU and memory). It's designed to run efficiently in the background without impacting system performance.

SpaceJump and Timing serve different needs. Timing tracks time by app and document, requiring manual categorization. SpaceJump tracks time by Space (desktop), which is automatic if you organize one Space per client/project. For freelancers who use separate desktops per client, SpaceJump is simpler with zero manual work.

Toggl requires manually starting and stopping timers. SpaceJump tracks time automatically based on which Space you're in. If you forget to start a timer with Toggl, that time is lost. With SpaceJump, switching to your 'Client A' Space automatically tracks time for Client A.

SpaceJump enhances native macOS Spaces with features Apple doesn't provide: custom names, icons, colors, menu bar indicator, Quick Switcher with keyboard shortcuts, automatic time tracking, and jump back to previous Space. It doesn't replace Spaces—it makes them actually usable.

Clockify is a full-featured time tracking platform with team features, but requires manual timer management. SpaceJump is designed for solo freelancers who want automatic time tracking without any manual work. If you organize one Space per client, SpaceJump tracks billable hours automatically.

For freelancers and solo workers who organize their Mac with one Space per client or project, yes. SpaceJump automatically tracks time per Space, detects idle time, and exports to CSV for invoicing. If you need team collaboration, project management, or cross-device sync, you may want to use SpaceJump alongside a cloud-based tool.

The best way to organize your Mac for productivity is to use separate Spaces for different contexts. Create a Space for each client, project, or type of work. With SpaceJump, you can name these Spaces, see which one you're on in the menu bar, and switch instantly with keyboard shortcuts. This reduces context switching and helps you focus.

Context switching costs time and mental energy. With SpaceJump, you can reduce it by organizing work into separate Spaces—one for each client or project. When you need to switch, use the Quick Switcher (⌥+Space) to jump instantly. The menu bar indicator always shows which Space you're in, so you stay oriented.

Create separate Spaces for work and personal activities. Name them clearly with SpaceJump (e.g., 'Work' and 'Personal'). This creates a mental boundary—when you switch to Personal, you know it's not work time. SpaceJump's time tracking only counts work Spaces if you set it up that way.

Use SpaceJump to create dedicated workspaces. Set up Spaces like 'Deep Work', 'Meetings', and 'Admin'. When you're in 'Deep Work', only keep focused apps there. The visual indicator in the menu bar reminds you what mode you're in. Time tracking shows how much focused time you actually achieve.

Mac Spaces are virtual desktops built into macOS. You can create multiple Spaces via Mission Control (swipe up with three fingers or press F3). Each Space is a separate desktop where you can arrange different apps. SpaceJump enhances Spaces by letting you name them, see which one you're on, and switch faster.

macOS supports up to 16 Spaces per display. Most people find 4-8 Spaces optimal—enough for different contexts without becoming overwhelming. SpaceJump's naming feature makes it easy to manage more Spaces since you can identify them by name instead of position.

Name Spaces by context or purpose, not by app. Good examples: 'Client A', 'Client B', 'Admin', 'Research', 'Personal'. Bad examples: 'Browser', 'Code'. The goal is that switching to a Space puts you in the right mindset for that work. SpaceJump shows these names in the menu bar so you always know where you are.

Create one Space per project. Name them with SpaceJump (e.g., 'Project Alpha', 'Project Beta'). Keep each project's apps and windows in its Space. When switching projects, use Quick Switcher to jump instantly. Time tracking automatically records how long you spent on each project.

Many developers use separate Spaces: one for coding (IDE, terminal), one for documentation/research (browser), one for communication (Slack, email), and one for testing. Name them with SpaceJump and use Quick Switcher to move between contexts. Time tracking shows where your development time actually goes.

Designers often benefit from Spaces like 'Design' (Figma, Sketch), 'Reference' (inspiration, mood boards), 'Client Communication' (email, Slack), and 'Handoff' (documentation, assets). SpaceJump lets you name and switch between these instantly, and tracks time per context.

The ideal setup is one Space per client. Name them with SpaceJump (e.g., 'Acme Corp', 'Startup X'). Keep all client-related apps in their Space. SpaceJump automatically tracks time per Space, so at the end of the week, export your time logs for accurate invoicing.

Create a dedicated Space for each client. Use SpaceJump to name them clearly. This keeps client work separate—no mixing up browser tabs or projects. Time tracking happens automatically per Space, making it easy to invoice clients accurately.

Set up Spaces by task type or project. For example: 'Frontend' with browser and design tools, 'Backend' with IDE and terminal, 'DevOps' with deployment tools. Or use one Space per repository if you work on multiple projects. SpaceJump's Quick Switcher makes it fast to jump between coding contexts.

SpaceJump's Quick Switcher (⌥+Space) is the fastest method. It opens a searchable list of your named Spaces—type a few letters to filter, then press Enter. You can also press 1-9 to jump directly to a Space by number. Much faster than swiping or using Mission Control.

SpaceJump adds powerful keyboard shortcuts: Quick Switcher (⌥+Space by default) opens a fuzzy-search switcher. Press it twice to jump back to your previous Space. You can also set custom shortcuts for specific Spaces. This is much faster than the native Ctrl+arrow shortcuts.

Yes, macOS lets you assign apps to specific Spaces (right-click app in Dock → Options → Assign to Space). Combined with SpaceJump's naming, you can create dedicated workspaces where the right apps open automatically. For example, Slack always opens in your 'Communication' Space.