Recents

Recents is a macOS utility that aggregates the files you have opened most recently across a wide range of applications and presents them in a single, searchable launcher. By collecting recent documents from programs such as Keynote, Pages, Sketch, Photoshop, Word, Excel, Illustrator and many others, it lets users locate and open files without navigating through individual app histories or Finder folders.

The tool is optimized for macOS 13.0 and later, including support for the Touch Bar, allowing quick access to recent items directly from the keyboard strip. Its sorting algorithm prioritizes the most relevant entries, aiming to reduce the time spent searching for the right document and streamline the workflow for users who switch frequently between projects.

Designed as a lightweight, stable addition to the macOS environment, Recents functions as a straightforward file launcher that complements existing productivity habits without requiring extensive configuration or external dependencies.