Tangrid vs Amethyst
Cycle layout algorithms or adjust an Auto Flow layout.
Amethyst automatically tiles windows using layouts such as tall, wide, columns, and BSP. Tangrid’s Auto Flow also arranges windows automatically, with split or tab priority and layout controls. Compare how each tiling model handles your windows and desktops.
Feature comparison
| Feature |  Tangrid | Amethyst |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic tiling | Auto Flow adjusts managed windows as they open and close | Automatically arranges windows using the selected algorithm |
| Layout model | BSP-style layout with split or tab priority | Cycle tall, wide, column, row, BSP, and other layouts |
| Reorder and resize | Rotate, flip, balance, and reorder by direction | Adjust main pane size and count; swap window positions |
| Floating windows | App and window-title rules keep selected windows floating | Toggle floating for a window or disable tiling globally |
| Desktops and displays | Move windows between native macOS desktops and displays | Keyboard commands for screens and Spaces 1–16 |
Choose if
Choose Amethyst if you enjoy cycling between established layout algorithms and want keyboard commands for the main pane, screen focus, and numbered Spaces.
Choose Tangrid if you want split or tab priority, direct rotation and flipping, and floating rules for apps or window titles.
FAQ
How does Tangrid's automatic layout work?
Auto Flow uses BSP-style organization with split or tab priority. It adjusts managed windows as they open or close, and you can rotate, flip, balance, or reorder the layout.
Can Tangrid group windows into tabs instead of keeping them side by side?
Yes. Tab Grouping is available in Auto Flow mode. Put related windows in a shared tabbed area, preview tabs, and reorder or move the whole group.
Can I keep selected apps or windows outside Tangrid's tiled layout?
Yes. Set floating rules by app or window title. Title rules support regular expressions, so you can keep selected windows floating while other windows remain tiled.
Can I use different layout spacing on my laptop and external display?
Yes. Configure gaps and margins globally or per display. Tangrid also provides shortcuts for moving windows between displays and native macOS desktops.
Should I stop Amethyst before trying Tangrid's Auto Flow?
Pause Amethyst's automatic tiling while trying Auto Flow. Let one tool arrange the windows at a time so you can evaluate Tangrid's layout behavior.
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