StrokeMouse
StrokeMouse is a macOS utility that lets you trigger shortcuts, window actions, and scripts with mouse or trackpad gestures.
What is StrokeMouse?
StrokeMouse is a native macOS gesture utility for users who want faster control over apps and system actions with a mouse or trackpad. It lets you draw gestures with a chosen mouse button or modifier key, then map those gestures to shortcuts, app launches, window controls, media actions, Shell commands, or AppleScript. The app supports mouse-draw input, trackpad-draw input, and experimental touch gestures, with per-app or global gesture scopes so different gestures can work in different workflows. It includes built-in presets, gesture testing, adjustable matching behavior, and import or export of configuration data. StrokeMouse runs from the menu bar and is designed for power users who want customizable desktop automation on macOS 14 or later.
Key features
- Draw mouse gestures to trigger shortcuts and actions
- Use trackpad gestures with modifier keys for quick commands
- Assign actions such as window controls, media commands, app launches, and scripts
- Create global or app-specific gesture rules
- Test gestures and adjust matching sensitivity
- Import and export gesture configurations as JSON
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Safety overview
Status: Mostly safe
StrokeMouse is a legitimate macOS utility, but it normally needs Accessibility permission to watch gesture input and perform actions on your behalf. That access is expected for gesture software, yet it also means the app can interact with other apps and system controls. If you use script actions, review your own gesture assignments carefully so you do not trigger unwanted commands by mistake. Keep it only if you actively use mouse or trackpad automation, and grant permissions only from macOS System Settings when you are comfortable with that level of control.
Recommendation: Keep StrokeMouse if you use custom mouse or trackpad gestures to speed up your workflow. If you do not use gesture automation, you can remove it and macOS will simply stop offering those custom actions until you reinstall it.
Common paths
/Applications/StrokeMouse.app
Cache paths
~/Library/Caches/com.strokemouse.app
Support paths
~/Library/Application Support/com.strokemouse.app
Preference paths
~/Library/Preferences/com.strokemouse.app.plist
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