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clicklight-macos-click-highlighter

Highlight macOS mouse clicks with a Swift/AppKit overlay.

4|Updated May 16, 2026
Search Tags:#macOS#ux review#demo recording#menu bar app#accessibility permissions#click visualization#overlay rendering
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Aradotso/devtools-skills --skill clicklight-macos-click-highlighter
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: clicklight-macos-click-highlighter
Source: https://github.com/Aradotso/devtools-skills/tree/main/skills/clicklight-macos-click-highlighter
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Aradotso/devtools-skills --skill clicklight-macos-click-highlighter

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

ClickLight solves the problem of unclear user interactions during live demos and UX reviews by visually showing exactly where and how someone clicks on macOS.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Real-time click visualization: Highlights left-press, left-release, right-click, and drag moments instantly during the live session.
  • Laser pointer mode: Adds fading freehand trails to guide attention during presentations.
  • Configurable visuals: Lets you tune size, duration, intensity, and color, with menu bar access for quick presets.
  • Use cases: Great for recording demos with click clarity, conducting accessibility/UX walkthroughs, and improving stakeholder understanding during presentations.

Quick Start

Launch ClickLight from the installed app, grant it Accessibility permission, and then start using your keyboard and mouse to see real-time click highlights over your screen.

Frequently Asked Questions about clicklight-macos-click-highlighter

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I show mouse clicks visually during a macOS screen recording?▼

To show mouse clicks visually during a macOS screen recording, use a menu bar overlay app that listens for global mouse events and renders customizable visual effects. ClickLight provides real-time click visualization for left-press, release, right-click, and drag moments.

Do I need Accessibility permissions to highlight clicks on macOS?▼

Yes, you need Accessibility permissions to highlight clicks on macOS. The overlay app requires this permission to detect system-wide mouse events via a CGEvent tap, allowing it to render transparent floating windows across all screens.

Can I customize the click visualization size, duration, and color for UX walkthroughs?▼

Yes, you can customize the click visualization size, duration, intensity, and color for UX walkthroughs. The menu bar app provides quick presets, allowing you to tune visual effects to improve stakeholder understanding during presentations.

What is the best way to guide attention during a live macOS presentation?▼

The best way to guide attention during a live macOS presentation is using a laser pointer mode that adds fading freehand trails. This feature supplements click visualization to direct viewer focus during troubleshooting workflows and UX reviews.

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