Close. Fold. Done.
A live perspective effect follows the movement of your MacBook lid.
A small delight for your MacBook
LidFX
A satisfying finish.
Your desktop folds with your lid.
OpenClose
Out of your way.
The effect clears when movement settles. Your normal desktop stays yours.
Your kind of subtle.
Adjust perspective, blur, shading, response, and the angle where it clears.
Before you buy
A MacBook.
The right hinge sensor.
LidFX needs an Apple-silicon MacBook with a compatible lid-angle sensor. macOS Sonoma 14 is the build minimum; testing on that minimum version is pending.
Not every MacBook exposes this sensor. Testing is limited to an M4 MacBook Air. Other models and independent-Mac installation are unverified.
Screen Recording permission is required for the live effect. Desktop frames are processed on your Mac, not uploaded or saved by LidFX.
LidFX 0.3.2
A tiny app.
A one-time purchase.
$2.99 USD · paid once · plus applicable tax
One purchase. Up to 3 compatible Macs you own or control. A licence sent by email, with no subscription.
7-day voluntary refund window, including installation or compatibility difficulties. Purchase details
Not notarized by Apple. macOS may block first launch. Testing is limited to an M4 MacBook Air; installation on another Mac is unverified. Read the installation requirements before buying.
Buy LidFX · US$2.99Secure checkout, receipt and licence delivery through Lemon Squeezy. Internet access is required for activation and periodic validation.
Already have a licence? Download LidFX 0.3.2
A few good questions.
Does it get in the way while I work?
No persistent preview sits over your desktop. The effect is triggered by closing movement and clears as the movement settles. You can pause it from the menu bar.
Can I try it before buying?
There is no free effect trial. The download requires a purchased licence to enable the effect. Only an M4 MacBook Air has been tested; other models are unverified. Review the installation requirements. Our seven-day voluntary refund window includes compatibility and installation difficulties.
Is the app notarized by Apple?
No. LidFX is not signed with an Apple Developer ID or notarized by Apple. macOS may block first launch. Read the installation requirements before buying. Never disable macOS security protections to install it.
How do updates work?
LidFX checks a signed update feed using Sparkle. Check manually from the menu bar or enable daily checks in Settings. Installation asks for your confirmation. These update signatures are separate from Apple notarization.
Where will my licence arrive?
Lemon Squeezy sends a receipt with your licence and access to the installer after purchase. Enter the key in LidFX Settings. For missing delivery, email lidfx.support@gmail.com with your order reference, not your licence key.
Is this Bendy?
No. LidFX is an independent utility with its own code and branding. It is not affiliated with Bendy or Apple.