Shady
Shady is a Mac utility app that allows users to adjust screen brightness beyond the system's minimum setting by applying a dark overlay to the display. Developed by Instinctive Code, it's particularly useful for users who find their Mac's lowest brightness setting still too bright for comfortable viewing in dark environments, late-night work sessions, or for reducing eye strain. The app works by creating a semi-transparent dark layer over the entire screen that can be adjusted to achieve much dimmer brightness levels than normally possible. It's commonly used by developers, writers, and anyone who spends long hours working on their Mac in low-light conditions.
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1 suggestionBased on the search results, I was unable to find clear information about whether Shady has been updated with native Apple Silicon support or if there are suitable alternatives available. Given the limited search results specific to this Mac utility, I recommend checking the Mac App Store or the developer's website (Instinctive Code) directly for any recent updates. If no native version is available, you might consider looking into other screen dimming utilities like NightOwl, f.lux, or built-in macOS accessibility features for reducing screen brightness, though these may not offer the same level of granular control as Shady.
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