Amphetamine 4.0.5

Amphetamine is a powerful utility software designed to keep your Mac computer awake and prevent it from going to sleep or dimming the screen when left idle. Developed by William Gustafson, this free software offers a range of customizable triggers to ensure your computer stays awake according to your preferences.

With Amphetamine, you have two options to keep your Mac awake. The first option is a simple on/off switch that allows you to start a keep-awake session from the software's menu. You can choose to keep your computer awake indefinitely, for a specific amount of time, or only during certain hours of the day. This feature is particularly useful when you need to download large files or keep specific applications running without interruptions.

The second option is the advanced waking automation through triggers. Amphetamine offers various trigger options, such as connecting an external display, USB or Bluetooth device, or when AC power is connected. You can also set triggers based on running a specific application, charging the Mac's battery, reaching a power threshold, accessing a specific IP address or WiFi network, using headphones or audio output, or mounting a drive or volume.

In addition to its awake mode, Amphetamine provides several other useful features. It includes a Drive Alive mode to keep your computer's drive constantly running, and it integrates with AppleScript for enhanced automation. The software is compatible with Mac-exclusive features like macOS dark mode and Retina displays. You can choose to display the Amphetamine icon in the menu bar and keep your Mac open while the display is in sleep mode. The software also allows you to run the screensaver once the period of inactivity is over, and it provides an optional display for session time remaining in either 12 or 24-hour format. Additionally, you can assign hotkeys for easier starting and ending of sessions.

Amphetamine is the perfect solution for Mac users who want to ensure their computers stay awake and running, even when left idle. Whether you need to keep applications open for a specific time or want to prevent your Mac from going to sleep under certain conditions, Amphetamine offers a range of customizable options to suit your needs.