Chopstick

Chopstick is a macOS application that detects repeated user activity and builds custom notch widgets using an existing coding agent.

Chopstick is a macOS application that observes repeated user activity on a computer and automatically builds custom notch widgets. Users can start with pre-made widgets or describe custom ones, which are then built using an existing coding agent. The activity log remains completely local on the Mac device. It supports various coding agents and tools including Claude Code, Codex, Gemini CLI, Cursor, Copilot, and OpenCode. The application requires macOS 15 or later and offers a 3-day free trial.

Chopstick at a glance

Best for: Software engineer
Runs on: macOS
Pricing: 3-day free trial; Launch price $7.99 with code LAUNCH, regular price $14.99
Released: October 2026
Category: AI coding tool
Website: chopstick.sh

Key features

Notch widget creation
Activity log tracking
Local data storage
Coding agent integration
Pre-made widget library

Use it for

Automating repetitive Mac workflows
Building custom notch widgets with coding agents
Tracking daily computer activity locally

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