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Achico
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Intelligently compress files on macOS with ease and quality preservation.
Pitch

Achico is a lightweight macOS app designed to effortlessly compress files while keeping their quality intact. Supporting a variety of formats, including PDFs, images, and videos, it offers intuitive features like real-time progress tracking, quality control, and seamless integration with macOS. Simplify your file management without compromising on quality.

Description

Achico is a minimalistic and powerful local file compressor app designed exclusively for macOS. This lightweight application intelligently compresses various file types while ensuring high-quality output. It supports a wide array of file formats including PDFs, images, videos, and audio files.

Key Features

Comprehensive File Support

  • PDF: Smart compression that retains readability.
  • Images: Full support for JPEG, PNG, HEIC, TIFF, GIF, BMP, WebP, SVG, RAW, and ICO formats.
  • Videos: Efficient handling of common formats like MP4, MOV, and AVI.
  • Audio: Supports M4V, WAV, MP3, and AIFF for seamless audio compression.
  • File Resizing: Easily resize images and videos alongside compression.

User-Friendly Core Features

  • Multiple Input Methods: Conveniently drag & drop or select files through clicks.
  • Real-time Progress Monitoring: Track the compression process with a sleek progress indicator.
  • Compression Statistics: Instantly see how much space you've saved with detailed stats.
  • Dark and Light Modes: Adapts perfectly to your macOS theme preferences.
  • Native Performance: Built using SwiftUI, ensuring optimal integration with the macOS ecosystem.

Customizable Compression Options

  • Quality Control: Adjust compression settings to find the perfect balance between file size and quality.
  • Size Limits: Define maximum dimensions for images and videos as needed.
  • Automatic Format Conversion: Convert less efficient file formats seamlessly during compression.
  • Metadata Handling: Choose to preserve or remove metadata from your files.

Quick Start Guide

Getting started with Achico is incredibly easy:

  1. Drop or select your files to be compressed.
  2. Adjust any compression settings as necessary.
  3. Observe the efficient compression process in action.
  4. Retrieve your optimized files effortlessly.

Future Enhancements

Achico is continuously evolving, with exciting features on the horizon:

  • Batch Processing: Compress multiple files at once.
  • Folder Monitoring: Automatically compress new files added to designated folders.
  • Quick Look Support: Preview files without needing to open them.
  • Custom Presets: Create and save presets for specific use cases.

Whether you're looking to save space or improve file management, Achico offers a simple, fast, and efficient solution for all your macOS file compression needs. Join the community today and contribute to our growing repository!