Tangrid vs Loop
A radial menu or screen edges: two ways to place your windows.
Loop places windows with a radial menu: hold a trigger key and point in the direction you want. Tangrid’s Snap Assistant places windows with edge dragging, shortcuts, and modifier-key mouse controls. Both let you see or choose a position before committing to it.
Feature comparison
| Feature |  Tangrid | Loop |
|---|---|---|
| Pointer workflow | Drag a window to a screen edge | Hold a trigger key and use the radial menu |
| Preview before placing | Preview the destination before releasing the drag | Optional preview before an action commits |
| Keyboard controls | Shortcuts for window placement | Trigger-key combinations and repeat-action cycles |
| Window movement | Modifier + mouse drag to move or resize | Directional placement through the radial menu |
| Placement grid | 18 positions on a 3×6 grid | Radial directions and configurable actions |
Choose if
Choose Loop if you like a radial menu, want to choose its trigger key, and use repeat-action cycles or URL-triggered placement.
Choose Tangrid if you prefer dragging to screen edges, placing windows on an 18-position grid, and moving or resizing with modifier-key mouse controls.
FAQ
How do I choose a window position in Tangrid?
Drag a window to a screen edge or use a placement shortcut. Snap Assistant offers an 18-position grid without requiring a radial-menu gesture.
Can Tangrid preview a window's destination before I place it?
Yes. Snap Assistant previews the destination during an edge drag. Release the drag when the preview shows the position you want.
Can I move or resize freely instead of choosing a preset position?
Yes. Set mouse-operation modifiers and hold them while dragging inside a window. Left-drag moves it freely; right-drag resizes it.
Can Tangrid tidy my windows only when I ask it to?
Yes. In Snap Assistant mode, place windows yourself and trigger the arrange-windows action when needed. Continuous automatic tiling is available through the separate Auto Flow mode.
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