Installation & Initial Setup

System Requirements

• macOS 13.0 or later
• Intel or Apple Silicon architectures supported
• 3 MB disk space
• Internet connection (for AI queries and updates; some features work offline)

Installation Methods

Method 1: Download DMG from Website (Recommended)

1. Visit the DevGlish website
2. Click the Download button to get the latest DevGlish.dmg
3. Double-click the .dmg file to open the installer
4. Drag the DevGlish app to your Applications folder
5. Done! You can find and launch DevGlish from your Applications folder

Method 2: TestFlight Beta

Want to try the latest features? Join the TestFlight beta program:

1. Receive an invitation link via Apple Mail (or apply on the DevGlish website)
2. Click the link and tap Accept in the TestFlight app
3. TestFlight will automatically download the DevGlish beta
4. Once installed, you can launch DevGlish from the TestFlight app

Tip

Using the TestFlight version gives you early access to new features. We welcome your feedback!

Key Setup: Grant Accessibility Permission

DevGlish uses the macOS Accessibility API (AXUIElement) to read your selected text. This is required for the app to work properly.

Why is this permission needed?

DevGlish needs to access text you select in any app. Whether you’re selecting a code snippet in Xcode, a chat message in Slack, or web content in a browser, DevGlish uses this permission to capture your selection and then call the AI for a lookup.

Step 1: Open System Settings

1. Click the Apple logo in the top-left corner of the menu bar
2. Select System Settings

Step 2: Navigate to Privacy & Security

1. Find Privacy & Security in the left sidebar
2. Click to enter

Step 3: Find and Enable Accessibility

1. Scroll down to find the Accessibility option
2. Click Accessibility
3. In the right pane, look for DevGlish
4. If DevGlish is not listed yet, click the + button and select DevGlish from the Applications folder
5. Make sure the toggle next to DevGlish is turned on (green)

Caution

If DevGlish does not have Accessibility permission, the global hotkey Command+Shift+D will not work.

Step 4: Launch DevGlish

1. Close System Settings
2. Launch DevGlish from the Applications folder, or use Spotlight search (Command+Space, type “DevGlish”)
3. DevGlish will appear in the top-right corner of the menu bar (gear icon)

Sign In

After launching DevGlish, you need to sign in to sync your learning progress and saved words.

Option 1: Apple Sign In (Recommended)

1. Click the DevGlish icon in the menu bar
2. Select Sign in with Apple
3. Complete the sign-in using your Apple ID
4. Grant DevGlish access to your Apple account (used only for authentication; DevGlish does not store your password)

Option 2: Magic Link (Email Sign In)

1. Click the DevGlish icon in the menu bar
2. Select Sign in with Email
3. Enter your email address
4. Check your inbox and click the magic link you received
5. The link will automatically sign you into DevGlish

Troubleshooting

Issue: Pressing Command+Shift+D does nothing

Solution:

1. Confirm DevGlish is running (there should be an icon in the top-right menu bar)
2. Confirm DevGlish is enabled in System Settings > Privacy & Security > Accessibility
3. Try restarting DevGlish: click the menu bar icon > Quit DevGlish, then relaunch
4. Toggle the DevGlish permission switch off and back on in Accessibility settings

Issue: Cannot sign in or not receiving the email

Solution:

1. Check your internet connection
2. If using email sign-in, check your spam folder (Magic Link emails may be filtered)
3. Try using Apple Sign In instead
4. If the issue persists, contact [email protected]

Issue: DevGlish cannot access selected text

Solution:

1. Confirm you have granted Accessibility permission (see Step 3 above)
2. Some apps (such as certain security apps) may block accessibility access. Try testing in other apps (e.g., Notes, TextEdit)
3. Restart DevGlish (click the menu bar icon > Quit, then relaunch)

Note

If the issue remains unresolved, please contact us through our support page.

Next Steps

You’re all set with DevGlish! Head over to 3-Minute Quick Start to learn how to perform your first lookup.