Detailed Documentation
QuickPaw is a comprehensive utility for macOS that resides in your menu bar. It integrates Clipboard History, Quick Launcher, Text Expander, Translation, and Data Management. All data is encrypted and stored locally.
Clipboard History
Automatically records text, images, or file paths. Press ⌘ Shift V to call the history panel and press Enter to paste.
Supported Content
- Plain Text & Rich Text (RTF)
- Images (with automatic thumbnail generation)
- File Paths (including icons and file sizes)
Keyboard Shortcuts
| Shortcut | Action |
|---|---|
↑ / ↓ | Navigate list |
Enter | Paste selected item |
⌘S | Toggle favorite status |
⌘Delete | Delete selected item |
Quick Launcher
Triggered by ⌥ Space. Launch apps, search URLs, or use built-in system tools.
Built-in Calculator
Input mathematical expressions directly. Supports + - * / ^ √ and brackets. Example: √256 or (10 + 5) * 4.
Currency Conversion
Input amount and currency codes. Example: 100 USD, 0.5 BTC EUR.
Search Prefixes
| Prefix | Scope |
|---|---|
# | Clipboard History |
@ | Text Snippets |
> | System Commands/Tools |
Text Expander
Type a custom prefix (default ;;) followed by a keyword to expand into full text. Supports dynamic placeholders:
{date}-> Current Date (YYYY-MM-DD){time}-> Current Time (HH:mm:ss)
Smart Translation
Default shortcut: ⌘ Shift T. Smart language detection (English ↔ Chinese).
- Selection Translation: Translates selected text. Developer-friendly (handles camelCase and snake_case).
- Screenshot Translation: Capture a region on your screen for auto OCR and overlaid translation.
Privacy & Security
QuickPaw uses AES-GCM 256-bit encryption. All data is stored locally at ~/Library/Application Support/QuickPaw/. No cloud, no uploads.