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Apple once embraced bold design choices, with Mac apps featuring stainless steel-like textures and 3D interface elements. Today, the design has shifted to a flatter, more minimalist style. The modern macOS menu bar lacks even a drop shadow, seamlessly blending into the background wallpaper.
Lickable Menu Bar is a free app designed to bring back the visual charm of older macOS versions. It offers three retro menu bar styles: the matte finish of Mavericks (2013), the flat design with drop shadows from Catalina (2019), and the glossy look of Tiger (2005). Switch between them to experience a nostalgic trip through macOS history.
Using the app is straightforward. Simply launch it and select your preferred menu bar style. (The program's window design cleverly mimics a 2005 Mac app, adding a nostalgic flair.) For convenience, you can configure it to start automatically at login—just remember to disable the "Show this window on launch" option unless you enjoy switching styles to match your mood every time your Mac restarts (no judgment here).
This app won't revolutionize your life. It doesn't fall into the category of quirky yet practical Mac apps, as its sole purpose is to enhance the aesthetic vibe of your machine. But perhaps that alone makes it worthwhile.
