Notch Plus Tool

Drag-and-drop file shelf in your MacBook notch

The Shelf is a temporary file tray that lives in the notch. Drag any file in, then drag it out to wherever you need it — another app, a folder, an email, a Slack message.

What it does

  • Drag files from Finder or any app into the Shelf
  • Drag files out to any drop target — email, Slack, browser, Finder
  • Holds multiple files simultaneously
  • Works with all file types

Mac use cases

  • Hold a PDF while switching between apps to attach it
  • Collect multiple screenshots before dropping them into Figma
  • Stage files before dragging them into an email or Slack message

Works inside Notch Plus

Shelf is one of 22 tools built into Notch Plus — a native MacBook notch app for macOS. Every tool is a simple on/off switch. Turn off what you don't use, and it disappears from the panel entirely. One lifetime licence, 22 tools.

Get Notch Plus — $3.99 lifetime

Frequently asked questions

Does the Shelf copy or move files?

The Shelf holds a reference to the original file. Dragging out produces a move or copy depending on where you drop it, following standard macOS behaviour.

Are Shelf files saved between sessions?

No — the Shelf is a temporary tray and clears when Notch Plus quits.

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