‎Menuist: Right-Click & MenuBar App

Menuist is a Finder right-click menu enhancement and menu bar navigation tool for macOS, developed by 楚江 王, that adds customizable file operations, quick access to folders and apps, and a variety of productivity shortcuts.

What is Menuist?

Menuist is a macOS Finder extension that extends the right-click context menu and adds a menu bar favorites navigator. It takes files, folders, and text as input and outputs quick actions such as creating new files, copying paths, sharing via QR code, converting images, and opening code previews with syntax highlighting. The app runs on macOS 14.0 or later and was renamed from RightMenu Master to Menuist in version 3.0.

Key Features

• Menu bar quick navigation — Access frequently used folders, applications, and folder history directly from the menu bar for faster file management.
• Create new file — Create files in specific formats using custom templates, with drag-and-drop support for templates.
• QR code sharing — Generate a QR code and local network link to share any file instantly.
• Copy functions — Quickly copy absolute file paths, folder/file names, and provide cut(⌘X) and paste(⌘V) for files.
• Quick preview with code highlighting — Add QuickLook preview for application files and code files with syntax highlighting.
• Folder icon color — Change or customize folder icon colors directly from the right-click menu.
• Common scripts — Add custom shell scripts to the right-click menu for automated workflows.
• Open remote Git URL — Automatically detect Git repositories and add a menu item to open the remote URL.

Who is it for?

• Mac productivity users — Anyone who frequently moves, copies, or creates files and wants faster access to these operations without navigating menus.
• Developers — Users who need quick terminal/iTerm access, code preview with syntax highlighting, and the ability to open Git remote URLs or Xcode projects.
• Designers and content creators — Those who convert image formats, create icns icon files, or need to quickly paste images into Finder folders.

What can you do with Menuist?

• Quickly access folders and apps: Set frequently used folders as menu bar favorites or as website navigation, and open them with one click.
• Simplify file operations: Use right-click menus to copy paths, delete files directly, move/copy to specified locations, or create symbolic links on the desktop.
• Share files over local network: Generate a QR code or local link for any file to share with nearby devices.

Pricing

Menuist is free to download and use with all features available. In-app purchases allow you to remove the developer's promotional menus (labeled as "donate" or "sponsor") and unlock a lifetime access tier. The app also offers subscription options for additional support.

FAQ

Is Menuist free?

Yes, all features are available for free. The app includes a menu promoting the developer’s other apps, which can be hidden via a one-time purchase or subscription.

Does the Finder extension need reauthorization after every restart?

Earlier versions required reauthorization, but version 2.4.1 (May 2025) introduced a new authorization method that resolves this issue. The latest version (4.6.0) should work without repeated reauthorization.

Does Menuist work with Dropbox or cloud-synced folders?

Some users reported difficulties authorizing Dropbox folders due to macOS sandboxing. The developer is aware and continues to improve compatibility. Testing with the latest version is recommended.

I bought the lifetime version — why do I still see ads?

A reviewer noted that after purchasing a lifetime license, the app still displayed promotional menus for other apps. The developer describes these as "sponsor" menus that can be disabled, but verification of the current behavior is advised.