ExtraBar is a macOS menu bar app that lets you create your own custom menu with shortcuts, links, files, and actions you actually use. Instead of relying on Apple's default menu bar items, you decide what lives there, transforming your menu bar into a personalized command center.

ExtraBar enables you to build custom actions for any app or file using deep links and macOS Shortcuts. You can jump directly to specific screens, settings, or content in any app with a single click, eliminating the need to navigate through menus. The app offers two menu bar modes: inline mode provides a native menu bar experience that looks like it belongs on your Mac, while floating bar mode creates a separate customizable bar that blends with macOS. You can assign custom keyboard shortcuts to any action for launching apps, triggering workflows, or running scripts instantly.

ExtraBar works by creating a customizable bar that sits in your macOS menu bar area. It requires zero permissions to work out of the box, with optional accessibility permissions available only for enhanced keyboard navigation features. The app integrates dynamically with various applications, providing tailored settings for each app that are regularly updated.

The primary benefits include faster access to frequently used tools and workflows, reduced menu navigation time, and personalized workflow automation. Use cases include designers accessing specific Figma files and prototypes, developers jumping straight into VS Code projects and GitHub repos, managers opening team dashboards and calendars, and power users creating custom automation chains.

ExtraBar targets designers, developers, managers, and power users who want to optimize their macOS workflow. It integrates with popular apps like Figma, Zoom, Photoshop, WhatsApp, Slack, VS Code, and supports triggering macOS Shortcuts, shell scripts, and API calls.