Axel is a native macOS application designed as an accelerated task manager specifically for managing AI coding agents. It allows users to queue tasks, dispatch them to appropriate AI agents, and manage permissions from a centralized interface. The platform works with Claude, Codex, OpenCode, and Antigravity AI agents out of the box.

The key features include a task queue system where users can add tasks and pick which agent runs each one, with the ability to reorder priorities dynamically while tasks execute in parallel. Axel provides portable skills that can be stored in ~/.config/axel/skills and symlinked to each agent's expected location. The application includes AXEL.md files that define layouts using YAML frontmatter for panes, skills, and grid positions. It supports both tmux and iTerm2 sessions that persist across terminal closures.

The inbox functionality allows users to approve or deny agent requests to edit files, run commands, or make API calls from a single location. Each request shows full context including file path, diff preview, and command arguments before approval. Users can set auto-approve rules for read-only operations or small edits under specified token limits. The system sends macOS notifications when agents are blocked waiting for approval.

Axel includes token and cost tracking to monitor input/output tokens and USD costs per task with cumulative totals per session. The application ensures security by requiring explicit permission for every file edit and command execution. It's built as a native SwiftUI app with menu bar access, comprehensive keyboard shortcuts, and Spotlight integration.

The platform targets developers working with AI coding agents who need to manage multiple tasks and agent interactions efficiently. It integrates with popular AI agents and development tools while maintaining full control over automated actions through its approval system.