1.27.9 — Multitouch
This feature would allow you to create "gesture profiles" that automatically switch based on the active application or window.
: Leverage the existing Hyper Key support to create "Shift-Gestures." For example, holding Caps Lock (remapped to Hyper) while performing a standard two-finger scroll could trigger a high-speed scroll or volume adjustment. Community Insight Multitouch 1.27.9
: Instead of a global action, a three-finger swipe could perform "Back/Forward" in Safari but "Switch Layers" in Adobe Photoshop or "Timeline Zoom" in Final Cut Pro. This feature would allow you to create "gesture
For , a powerful addition would be Context-Aware Dynamic Gestures . For , a powerful addition would be Context-Aware
Users often find that while apps like BetterTouchTool offer more raw features, they can be resource-heavy. Keeping Multitouch lean while adding these smart layers would maintain its competitive edge.
: A lightweight, minimalist Head-Up Display (HUD) that briefly shows the action being performed (e.g., "Action: Paste" or "Command: Open Terminal"). This helps users learn complex gesture sets without having to open the Multitouch app settings constantly.
While the current version excels at tying custom actions—like triple-finger clicks or keyboard shortcuts—to specific trackpad or Magic Mouse gestures, it can feel limited when those same gestures are needed for different functions across different apps. Feature Proposal: Context-Aware Dynamic Gestures