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AltSnap vs Dexpot
Both stand on window management software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Windows
Choose AltSnap if you want a free Windows utility with configurable snapping, layouts, and keyboard or mouse controls. Look elsewhere if you need the removed Hooks window or focus-on-typing features.
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Free plan APIWindows
Dexpot offers configurable virtual desktops and window rules for Windows, with private use free and a 30-day company trial. Check the listed version and Windows compatibility before relying on it for a newer system.
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| AltSnap | Dexpot | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | No |
| Runs on | Windows | API, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Single license: €24.90, paid once |
| Plans published | 1 | 11 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | github.com | dexpot.de |
| On window management software | #6 of 65 | #10 of 65 |
AltSnap: what it does well
- Free Windows desktop utility.
- Move or resize windows with Alt and a click.
- Custom layouts, zones, and grid mode are available.
- Hotkeys and mouse-button actions are configurable.
- Includes transparent dragging and process controls.
What to know first
- Hooks window and focus-on-typing features are removed or disabled.
- ARM64 builds are provided but untested.
- The project reports most testing on Windows XP and Windows 10.
Dexpot: what it does well
- Private use is free
- Full-screen preview supports dragging windows between desktops
- Rules can set matched windows on top or transparent
- Components support multiple monitors
What to know first
- Listed version was last updated September 4, 2014
- Listed compatibility ends at Windows 8.1
- A license is required for each computer
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