Revisual
Revisual is a macOS utility that replaces the system’s default volume and brightness HUDs with a customizable on-screen display.
What is Revisual?
Revisual is a native Mac utility that replaces the default macOS heads-up displays for common system controls with a more customizable on-screen interface. It is designed for users who want a different visual style for feedback such as volume, brightness, and keyboard backlight changes while keeping those controls easy to read during everyday use. The app also adds extra indicators for items such as microphone status, power, and connectivity, extending beyond the standard system overlays. Revisual includes visual customization options so users can adjust how the HUDs look on their desktop. It is intended for macOS workflows where users frequently change hardware and system settings and want the feedback to feel more polished and informative. Revisual is published by Richard Kunkli and focuses on enhancing a small but highly visible part of the Mac experience.
Key features
- Replace the default volume HUD with a custom on-screen display
- Show custom overlays for brightness and keyboard backlight changes
- Display microphone status with a dedicated HUD
- Present power and connectivity indicators on screen
- Customize the look of HUD elements to better match your desktop
- Show battery information for supported connected devices
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Safety overview
Status: Mostly safe
Revisual is a legitimate Mac customization utility for changing how system status overlays are shown. For this kind of feature, users should expect it to interact closely with system controls and on-screen indicators. The app’s FAQ states that it uses private APIs, which means future macOS updates may affect reliability or behavior even if the app is working normally today. Keep macOS and the app updated, and if a major system upgrade changes how overlays behave, check whether the app still fits your setup before continuing to rely on it.
Recommendation: Keep Revisual if you use and enjoy its custom system overlays. If you prefer the standard macOS HUDs or no longer use the app’s customization features, you can remove it without affecting your core files, though its custom overlays and related settings will stop working.
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