macOS Utility Software
33.0k 2026-04-19
MonitorControl/MonitorControl
A free macOS utility to control external display brightness, volume, and contrast using native-like keyboard shortcuts and OSD.
Core Features
Control brightness, volume, and contrast of external displays.
Shows native macOS On-Screen Displays (OSD) for adjustments.
Supports DDC, native Apple, Gamma table, and shade control protocols.
Customizable keyboard shortcuts and smooth brightness transitions.
Synchronize brightness across multiple displays, including dimming to full black.
Quick Start
brew install --cask monitorcontrolDetailed Introduction
MonitorControl is an essential macOS utility designed to bring native-like control over external displays. It solves the common issue of managing brightness, volume, and contrast on non-Apple monitors, allowing users to use standard Apple keyboard keys or custom shortcuts. By supporting various protocols like DDC, it seamlessly integrates external displays into the macOS ecosystem, providing a consistent and enhanced user experience for multi-monitor setups, all within a simple, unobtrusive interface.