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Forma
Think visually. Organize freely.·useforma.app
Forma is a native macOS visual thinking app with an open canvas to organize notes, tasks, and projects spatially. It replaces linear lists with a freeform canvas where users place, resize, and group cards, supports markdown cards and freehand drawing. It is local-first, requires no account, and is a lightweight (~3MB) one-time purchase with no subscription.
What it's for
Organize projects spatiallyThink through ideas visuallyReplace folders and nested listsMap out workflowsBrainstorm freelyPrioritize visually (larger cards = more important)Create lightweight project dashboards
Features 15
- Canvas-based notes and tasks
- Card layering (stacking for order)
- Drag-and-drop cards
- Extremely small install size (~3MB)
- Freehand drawing / marker tool
- Keyboard shortcuts for switching tools
- Local-only data storage
- Markdown-supported cards
- Multi-board support (create and switch between boards)
- Native macOS performance, optimized for Apple Silicon
- No login/account required
- Productivity chart visualization
- Snap to grid
- Visual grouping by proximity
- Works fully offline
At a glance
TypeDesktop app
DeploymentInstalled (local)
PlatformsmacOS
Fordesigners, founders, developers, visual thinkers, indie makers, students who prefer spatial organization
CompanyForma
Pricing
Forma is sold as a one-time purchase of $9.99 USD via the Mac App Store; no subscription and no monthly billing.
FormaQuote
One-time purchase of $9.99 via the Mac App Store; no subscription.