Alisma
Command tool to create Finder aliases, and to resolve them to full paths
For MacFreeWhat is Alisma?
Command tool to create Finder aliases, and to resolve them to full paths
Install with Homebrew
brew install --cask alismaHow to Install Alisma on Mac
Follow these steps to install Alisma using Homebrew, the most popular package manager for macOS. This works on both Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4) and Intel Macs.
- 1
Open Terminal
Launch Terminal from your Applications > Utilities folder, or press Cmd + Space and type "Terminal".
- 2
Install Homebrew
If you don't have Homebrew yet, paste the install script from brew.sh into Terminal and follow the prompts.
- 3
Run
brew install --cask alismaPaste the following command into Terminal and press Enter:
brew install --cask alisma - 4
Verify Installation
Run `brew list` to confirm alisma is installed, then try `alisma --version` to check the version number.
- 5
Launch Alisma
Run `alisma` in your Terminal to start using it.
Troubleshooting
- • If you see a permission error, try prefixing the command with
sudo. - • If Homebrew can't find the package, run
brew updatefirst to refresh the package list. - • On Apple Silicon Macs, make sure Homebrew is installed at
/opt/homebrew(the default for M-series chips).
Key Features
Easy installation via Homebrew
Regular updates and maintenance
Free to use
Professional support available
Pros
- Simple one-command installation
- Well-maintained and regularly updated
- Completely free to use
Cons
- Requires Homebrew to be installed
- macOS only
Frequently Asked Questions about Alisma
How do I install Alisma on Mac?
brew install --cask alisma. The app will be downloaded and installed automatically. You can then run alisma from Terminal.Is Alisma free?
How do I uninstall Alisma?
brew uninstall --cask alisma. Homebrew will remove Alisma and all associated files cleanly. You can verify it was removed by running brew list.What are alternatives to Alisma?
How do I update Alisma to the latest version?
brew upgrade --cask alisma in Terminal to update to the latest version. You can also run brew outdated to check if an update is available.Does Alisma work on Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4)?
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Install with Homebrew