The iPhone text selection menu, built for your Mac.
Select text anywhere to copy, translate, convert, ask local or connected AI, or run your own workflows.
ActionClip helps me fix selected text without leaving my work.
Priya
I use ActionClip to rewrite snippets right where I am.
Anahad
The floating actions make small text tasks feel instant.
Cristian
Text selection + smart suggestions
Select text. ActionClip appears with the right action.
ActionClip understands the selected text and surfaces the useful actions first, so the floating menu stays focused.
Custom Actions
Create custom actions for your repeated text work.
Create intelligent actions using simple transformations. Save them once, choose built-in icons or your own images, and run them beside selected text whenever the same work comes back.
AI action builder
Ask ActionClip to build the action for you.
Describe what you want to do with selected text. ActionClip turns it into a saved action with the prompt, inputs, icon, and result behavior ready to review and run anytime.
AI control
Use on-device Apple Intelligence + External AI API keys
Choose on-device Apple Intelligence for local AI actions, or connect external providers with your own API keys when a workflow needs cloud models.
Apple Intelligence
Use local AI actions for rewriting, grammar, and summaries when the Mac supports Apple Intelligence.
- No external provider fallback
- Selected text stays on device
- Good default for privacy-sensitive text
External AI providers
Use OpenAI, Claude, Gemini, or another configured provider for workflows that need cloud models.
- User-controlled online actions toggle
- Bring your own API key
- Best for advanced custom prompts
Ollama
Run downloaded Ollama models locally, or connect Ollama Cloud when you want a hosted model.
- Use downloaded models on your Mac
- Connect Ollama Cloud with your API key
- Choose the model for each AI action
Lifetime Pricing
Pay once. Use ActionClip forever.
Early Bird 1 sold out. 45 of 50 Early Bird 2 licenses claimed.
5 Early Bird 2 licenses remain. Pricing increases when this batch sells out.
Individual
Pay once. Use ActionClip forever on 1 Mac.
- ✓All built-in and custom actions
- ✓Lifetime app access
- ✓Lifetime updates
- ✓Use on 1 Mac
- ✓No subscription
- ✓30-day no-questions-asked refund
Pay once. No subscription.
Team
Use ActionClip on up to 5 Macs and keep selected settings in sync.
- ✓All built-in and custom actions
- ✓Lifetime app access
- ✓Lifetime updates
- ✓Use on up to 5 Macs
- ✓Sync ActionClip across devices using iCloud
- ✓30-day no-questions-asked refund
Lifetime license for up to 5 Macs.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How is ActionClip different from PopClip or Raycast?
PopClip is the closest alternative; ActionClip adds contextual action suggestions, upfront result previews, and a chat-assisted custom action builder. Raycast is a broader, keyboard-first launcher, while ActionClip stays attached to selected text. Explore all built-in actions.
What does the free plan include?
The Free plan includes up to 30 action runs per day. Individual unlocks unlimited actions on one Mac. Team unlocks unlimited actions on up to five Macs and adds optional iCloud Sync. Both paid plans are one-time purchases with lifetime updates. Compare plans and pricing.
Does ActionClip need an account?
No ActionClip account is required. Purchases are activated with a license code, and Team users can optionally sync selected settings through their own iCloud account. Limited anonymous events never include selected text, prompts, outputs, clipboard contents, API keys, or source app names. Read the Privacy Policy.
Why isn’t ActionClip on the Mac App Store? Is it safe to install?
System-wide text selection and user-created Shell and AppleScript actions require capabilities that do not fit Mac App Store sandbox restrictions. ActionClip is signed with an Apple Developer ID and notarized by Apple, so macOS Gatekeeper can verify the download.
What permissions does ActionClip need, and does it run in the background?
ActionClip needs macOS Accessibility permission to read selected text, locate the selection, and show actions nearby. Optional integrations may request Automation, Calendar, Contacts, or other relevant permissions only when you use them. ActionClip runs as a lightweight menu-bar app and does not install a privileged daemon or separate server. Learn how selected text is handled.
Does ActionClip work in every Mac app?
ActionClip works in most apps that expose selected text through macOS Accessibility. Custom editors, remote desktops, and unusual interfaces may behave differently. You can reopen the widget with a shortcut or pause ActionClip for a particular app or website. See widget settings.
When does selected text leave my Mac?
Only an online action you choose to run sends selected text to an external destination. Apple Intelligence and Ollama Local keep supported AI requests on your Mac. Optional iCloud Sync transfers selected settings—not selected text or clipboard contents. Review online actions and privacy.
Can I use ActionClip without AI or an API key?
Yes. Copy, paste, formatting, case conversion, notes, links, word counts, and many conversion actions do not require AI. For AI actions, you can choose on-device Apple Intelligence, Ollama Local, or an optional external provider. Compare AI sources.
Can I create my own actions?
Yes. You can create prompt, JavaScript, URL, Terminal, AppleScript, and workflow actions, either manually or by describing what you want to the Custom Action Builder. Your actions then appear beside selected text like built-in actions. Browse action examples.
Can I move my license to another Mac?
Yes. Individual can be active on one Mac at a time, while Team can be active on up to five Macs. Remove the license from the old Mac in ActionClip’s Upgrade page to free that activation, then redeem the same license on the new Mac. Learn about Team sync.
What version of macOS is required?
ActionClip requires macOS 15.0 or later. Some features, including Apple Intelligence, also depend on compatible Mac hardware and macOS availability.
Can I get a refund?
Yes. Paid Individual and Team plans include a 30-day, no-questions-asked refund. Contact Chat Support within 30 days and include the purchaser email or order information.
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Copy, translate, convert, use local or connected AI, and launch workflows from selected text.