diff --git a/README.md b/README.md
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--- a/README.md
+++ b/README.md
@@ -16,16 +16,23 @@
- [Music Production](#music-production)
- [Browsers](#browsers)
- [Communication](#communication)
+ - [Messaging](#messaging)
- [Email Clients](#email-clients)
+- [Customize](#customize)
+ - [System Customization](#system-customization)
+ - [Wallpaper Tools](#wallpaper-tools)
- [Developer Tools](#developer-tools)
- [API Development](#api-development)
- [Network Analysis](#network-analysis)
- [Game Engines](#game-engines)
+- [Documents](#documents)
+ - [PDF Tools](#pdf-tools)
- [Games](#games)
- [Cloud Gaming](#cloud-gaming)
- [Mobile Emulators](#mobile-emulators)
- [Other Emulators](#other-emulators)
- [Graphics Tools](#graphics-tools)
+- [Image Viewers](#image-viewers)
- [Text Editors](#text-editors)
- [Video](#video)
- [Video Editors](#video-editors)
@@ -33,9 +40,12 @@
- [Video Streaming and Recording](#video-streaming-and-recording)
- [Video Converters](#video-converters)
- [VPN and Proxy Tools](#vpn-and-proxy-tools)
-- [Window Management](#window-management)
- [Utility](#utility)
+ - [Clipboard Management](#clipboard-management)
+ - [Window Management](#window-management)
- [File Management](#file-management)
+ - [Screenshot](#screenshot)
+ - [Space Visualizer](#space-visualizer)
## Audio
@@ -136,6 +146,30 @@
- [Edison Mail](https://mail.edison.tech/mac) - Customizable, simple, and intuitive email client with smart features.   
- [Skiff Mail](https://skiff.com/mail) - Encrypted and decentralized email service available on multiple platforms.   
+## Customize
+
+### System Customization
+
+- [Winaero](https://winaerotweaker.com/) - All-in-one app for tuning Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8, and Windows 7 
+- [Windhawk](https://windhawk.net/) - Customization marketplace for Windows and programs. 
+- [HideVolumeOSD](https://github.com/UnlimitedStack/HideVolumeOSD) - Hide the Windows 10 volume bar 
+- [ExplorerPatcher](https://github.com/valinet/ExplorerPatcher) - Restores and enhances the classic Windows taskbar and other system elements. 
+- [Hidden Bar](https://github.com/dwarvesf/hidden) - Simple macOS app to organize and declutter your menu bar. 
+- [TinkerTool](https://www.bresink.com/osx/TinkerTool.html) - macOS utility for enabling hidden system preferences. 
+- [TaskbarX](https://chrisandriessen.nl/taskbarx) - Personalize the Windows taskbar with center alignment, transparency, and animations. 
+- [MacPilot](https://www.koingosw.com/products/macpilot/) - Unlock hidden macOS settings and system tweaks. 
+- [FluentFlyouts](https://github.com/ModernFlyouts-Community/ModernFlyouts) - Replaces default Windows volume, brightness, and media flyouts with customizable modern ones. 
+
+### Wallpaper Tools
+
+- [Rainmeter](https://www.rainmeter.net/) - Open-source desktop customization tool for Windows, offering widgets, skins, and live stats. 
+- [Lively Wallpaper](https://www.rocksdanister.com/lively/) - Open-source tool to set animated and interactive wallpapers on Windows. 
+- [WinDynamicDesktop](https://github.com/t1m0thyj/WinDynamicDesktop) - Port of macOS Mojave Dynamic Desktop feature to Windows. 
+- [ScreenPlay](https://github.com/kelteseth/ScreenPlay) - Open-source wallpaper and widget engine for Windows and Linux.  
+- [Plash](https://sindresorhus.com/plash) - Open-source macOS app to set websites as wallpapers. 
+- [Komorebi](https://github.com/cheesecakeufo/komorebi) - Open-source animated wallpaper manager for Linux. 
+- [Variety](https://github.com/varietywalls/variety) - Wallpaper changer with features for downloading and managing wallpapers. 
+
## Developer Tools
### API Development
@@ -186,6 +220,12 @@
- [Flixel](https://flixel.org/) - Open-source 2D game engine built with Haxe, suitable for platformers and action games.   
- [Gosu](https://www.libgosu.org/) - Simple 2D game development library that works with Ruby or C++.   
+## Documents
+
+### PDF Tools
+
+- [Sumatra PDF](https://www.sumatrapdfreader.org/free-pdf-reader) - Fast & small PDF reader that also supports epub, mobi, cbz & more. 
+
## Games
- [Steam](https://store.steampowered.com/) - Popular platform for buying, managing, and playing PC games.   
@@ -204,7 +244,7 @@
- [EA App](https://www.ea.com/ea-app) - Modern launcher alternative to Origin. 
- [Playnite](https://playnite.link/) - Unified game library manager for multiple launchers. 
- [Lutris](https://lutris.net/) - Open-source game manager for Linux with support for Windows games. 
-- [Heroic Games Launcher](https://heroicgameslauncher.com/) - Open-source launcher for Epic Games Store and GOG on Linux and Windows.  
+- [Heroic Games Launcher](https://heroicgameslauncher.com/) - Open-source launcher for Epic Games, Amazon games and GOG on Linux and Windows.  
- [ProtonUp-Qt](https://github.com/DavidoTek/ProtonUp-Qt) - Tool for managing Proton and Wine compatibility layers for Steam and Linux games. 
- [Porting Kit](https://www.portingkit.com/) - Install Windows Games inside your Mac. 
@@ -271,6 +311,10 @@
- [Pencil2D](https://www.pencil2d.org) - Simple and intuitive tool for creating 2D hand-drawn animations.   
- [Pixen](https://pixenapp.com/mac/) - Native pixel art and animation editor designed for macOS. 
+## Image viewers
+
+- [Irfanview](https://www.irfanview.com/) - Simple image viewer with some editing abilities. 
+
## Text Editors
- [Notepad++](https://notepad-plus-plus.org/) - A free, open-source text editor with syntax highlighting and advanced editing features for developers. 
@@ -286,7 +330,6 @@
- [Fastedit](https://github.com/FrozenAssassine/Fastedit) - Code editor that looks like notepad and has frost background. 
- [Bluefish](https://bluefish.openoffice.org/) - A powerful text editor targeted at web developers, supporting various programming languages.   
- [Aurora Editor](https://auroraeditor.com/) - A lightweight, fast code editor for macOS with a modern interface. 
-- [Bootstrap Studio](https://bootstrapstudio.io/) - A powerful desktop app for creating responsive websites using the Bootstrap framework.  
- [Brackets](http://brackets.io) - A modern, open-source text editor focused on web development.   
- [CodeEdit](https://www.codeedit.app/) - A free and open-source, lightweight native code editor for macOS. 
- [CotEditor](https://coteditor.com) - A lightweight plain-text editor designed for macOS. 
@@ -314,11 +357,13 @@
- [Shotcut](https://shotcut.org/) - Open-source video editor with a wide range of features.   
- [OpenShot](https://www.openshot.org/) - Easy-to-use, open-source video editor with support for multiple video tracks.   
- [DaVinci Resolve](https://www.blackmagicdesign.com/products/davinciresolve/) - Professional video editor with advanced color correction and effects.   
+- [Capcut Desktop](https://www.capcut.com/tools/desktop-video-editor) - Simple video editor with many builtin effects.  
- [Kdenlive](https://kdenlive.org/en/) - Open-source video editor with multi-track editing and a powerful interface.   
- [Lightworks](https://www.lwks.com/) - Professional video editor with advanced features for filmmaking.   
- [HitFilm Express](https://fxhome.com/product/hitfilm-express) - Feature-packed video editor with visual effects and compositing tools.  
- [VSDC Free Video Editor](https://www.videosoftdev.com/free-video-editor) - Non-linear video editor with a rich set of editing tools. 
- [Olive Video Editor](https://www.olivevideoeditor.org/) - Open-source non-linear video editor with powerful features and an intuitive interface.   
+- [Avidemux](https://avidemux.sourceforge.net/) - Video editor designed for simple cutting, filtering and encoding tasks.   
### Video Players
@@ -365,14 +410,13 @@
- [Tunnelblick](https://github.com/Tunnelblick/Tunnelblick) - Open-source OpenVPN client for macOS with a user-friendly interface. 
- [Algo](https://github.com/trailofbits/algo) - Personal IPSEC VPN setup for secure cloud usage.   
-- [Cloudflare WARP](https://1.1.1.1) - Fast, free VPN and DNS service to improve privacy and security.   
+- [Cloudflare WARP](https://developers.cloudflare.com/cloudflare-one/connections/connect-devices/warp/download-warp/) - Fast, free VPN and DNS service to improve privacy and security.   
- [ProtonVPN](https://protonvpn.com/) - Swiss-based high-speed VPN with enhanced privacy protections.   
- [SpechtLite](https://github.com/zhuhaow/SpechtLite) - Open-source simplified rule-based proxy tool for macOS. 
- [Specht](https://github.com/zhuhaow/Specht) - Open-source rule-based proxy app for macOS using Network Extension. 
- [Twingate](https://www.twingate.com/) - Zero trust network access solution for secure private network connections.   
- [ShadowsocksX-NG](https://github.com/shadowsocks/ShadowsocksX-NG) - Open-source modern Shadowsocks client with enhanced features for macOS. 
- [rvc-mac](https://github.com/riboseinc/cryptode-mac) - Open-source Ribose VPN Client for macOS, providing secure VPN connections. 
-- [clashX](https://github.com/yichengchen/clashX) - Open-source rule-based custom proxy for macOS based on Clash with a GUI. 
- [WireGuard](https://www.wireguard.com/) - Fast, modern, and secure VPN tunnel protocol designed for simplicity and performance.   
- [Proxifier](https://www.proxifier.com/) - Windows-based proxy client that allows network applications to connect via a proxy server. 
- [Psiphon](https://psiphon.ca/) - Free VPN and proxy tool designed to bypass censorship.  
@@ -380,7 +424,24 @@
- [OpenVPN](https://openvpn.net/community-downloads/) - Open-source VPN solution for secure internet connections. 
- [SoftEther VPN](https://www.softether.org/) - Free, open-source VPN software with multiple protocol support. 
-## Window Management
+## Utility
+
+- [PowerToys](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/powertoys/) - Collection of utilities including tools for file renaming, bulk resizing, and a quick launcher to enhance Windows productivity. 
+- [AutoHotkey](https://www.autohotkey.com/) - Powerful scripting language for automating tasks and creating custom keyboard shortcuts. 
+- [Nirsoft](https://www.nirsoft.net/utils/index.html) - Collection of utility softwares 
+
+### Clipboard Management
+
+- [Ditto](https://ditto-cp.sourceforge.io/) - Extension to the standard Windows clipboard that provides advanced functionality. 
+- [Clipy](https://clipy-app.com/) - Lightweight and open-source clipboard manager for macOS. 
+- [CopyQ](https://hluk.github.io/CopyQ/) - Advanced clipboard manager with editing and scripting capabilities.   
+- [Maccy](https://maccy.app/) - Simple, lightweight, and open-source clipboard manager for macOS. 
+- [ClipAngel](https://sourceforge.net/projects/clip-angel/) - Powerful clipboard manager with rich text, HTML, and image support for Windows. 
+- [Parcellite](https://parcellite.sourceforge.io/) - Lightweight clipboard manager for Linux with basic functionality. 
+- [Diodon](https://github.com/diodon-dev/diodon) - Simple and lightweight clipboard manager for Linux. 
+- [Clipboard Fusion](https://www.clipboardfusion.com/) - Feature-rich clipboard manager for organizing and transforming clipboard data.  
+
+### Window Management
- [AltSnap](https://github.com/RamonUnch/AltSnap) - A lightweight window management tool for snapping windows to predefined positions using keyboard shortcuts. 
- [AquaSnap](https://www.nurgo-software.com/products/aquasnap) - Enhances window management with docking, snapping, and stretching features for Windows. 
@@ -392,21 +453,17 @@
- [Sway](https://github.com/swaywm/sway) - A tiling Wayland compositor for Linux, similar to i3, designed for use with Wayland. 
- [KWin](https://kde.org/plasma-desktop) - A powerful window manager for KDE that supports tiling and a range of window management features for Linux. 
- [OnTopReplica](https://github.com/LorenzCK/OnTopReplica) - A simple app to display a portion of your screen on top of other windows. 
-- [Tiling WM](https://github.com/tiling-wm/tiling) - A minimalist tiling window manager for Linux that optimizes space and productivity. 
+- [KDE Mover-Sizer](https://corz.org/windows/software/accessories/KDE-resizing-moving-for-Windows.php#section-Download) - Application that emulates the behaviour of KDE. 
-## Utility
-
-- [PowerToys](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/powertoys/) - Collection of utilities including tools for file renaming, bulk resizing, and a quick launcher to enhance Windows productivity. 
-- [AutoHotkey](https://www.autohotkey.com/) - Powerful scripting language for automating tasks and creating custom keyboard shortcuts. 
-
-### File management
+### File Management
- [Everything](https://www.voidtools.com/) - Lightning-fast file and folder search tool that indexes your entire Windows file system for instant access. 
+- [Files](https://github.com/files-community/Files) - Modern file manager that helps users organize their files and folders. 
- [Double Commander](https://doublecmd.sourceforge.io/) - Dual-pane file manager with extensive functionality like tabbed browsing, built-in text editor, and advanced search.   
- [Xftp 7](https://www.netsarang.com/en/xftp/) - Lightweight and flexible SFTP/FTP client with advanced features for efficient file transfers. 
- [FreeFileSync](https://freefilesync.org/) - Open-source file synchronization tool designed to compare and sync files or folders efficiently.   
+- [Syncthing](https://github.com/syncthing/syncthing) - Continuous file synchronization program for two or more computers.   
- [FileZilla](https://filezilla-project.org/) - Fast and reliable FTP, FTPS, and SFTP client for managing remote files.   
-- [SpaceSniffer](http://www.uderzo.it/main_products/space_sniffer/) - Visual disk space analyzer that helps identify large files and folders with an intuitive tree map. 
- [Q-Dir](https://www.softwareok.com/?seite=Freeware/Q-Dir) - Multi-pane file manager offering up to four directory views simultaneously for enhanced productivity. 
- [rclone](https://rclone.org/) - Command-line tool for managing and syncing files across local and cloud storage platforms with encryption support.   
- [WinSCP](https://winscp.net/) - Open-source SFTP, FTP, WebDAV, and SCP client with a user-friendly interface. 
@@ -417,6 +474,14 @@
- [ShareX](https://getsharex.com/) - A powerful, open-source screenshot and screen recording tool with advanced editing options. 
- [Flameshot](https://flameshot.org/) - A customizable screenshot tool with an easy-to-use interface and built-in editor.   
- [Lightshot](https://app.prntscr.com/en/index.html) - A fast and intuitive screenshot tool that allows capturing and editing images instantly.  
-- [Snipping Tool](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/take-a-screen-capture-using-snipping-tool) - A built-in Windows tool for capturing screenshots with basic annotation features. 
- [Shutter](https://launchpad.net/shutter) - A feature-rich screenshot tool for Linux with an integrated editor for quick annotations. 
- [Monosnap](https://monosnap.com/) - A simple screenshot tool that includes cloud integration for easy sharing.  
+
+### Space Visualizer
+
+- [SpaceSniffer](http://www.uderzo.it/main_products/space_sniffer/) - Visual disk space analyzer that helps identify large files and folders with an intuitive tree map. 
+- [WizTree](https://diskanalyzer.com/) - Fast disk space analyzer that scans drives and shows file size distribution. 
+- [TreeSize Free](https://www.jam-software.com/treesize_free) - Visualizes disk space usage in a tree-like structure for easy file management. 
+- [DiskSavvy](https://www.disksavvy.com/) - Disk space analyzer with various reporting and filtering options. 
+- [JDiskReport](http://www.jgoodies.com/freeware/jdiskreport/) - Tool for visualizing disk usage with a variety of charts and graphs.  
+- [Filelight](https://www.kde.org/applications/utilities/org.kde.filelight) - Disk usage analyzer for Linux with a circular sunburst chart to visualize file system space usage.   
diff --git a/archived.md b/archived.md
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--- /dev/null
+++ b/archived.md
@@ -0,0 +1,9 @@
+List of apps that didn't make it into the main list or got removed.
+
+Subpar - App that doesn't meet the standards to be on this list.
+Unmaintained - Developers stopped working on the app a long time ago.
+Deferred - App needs to be checked before getting added to main list.
+
+- [RX Explorer](https://github.com/zhuxb711/RX-Explorer) - File explorer  (Unmaintained)
+- [SyncTrayzor](https://github.com/canton7/SyncTrayzor) - Launcher for Syncthing (Unmaintained + Subpar)
+- [Baobab](https://wiki.gnome.org/Apps/DiskUsageAnalyzer) - Disk usage analyzer for Linux that provides a visual overview of file systems.  (Deferred)
diff --git a/contributing.md b/contributing.md
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--- a/contributing.md
+++ b/contributing.md
@@ -2,21 +2,12 @@
Please note that this project is released with a [Contributor Code of Conduct](code-of-conduct.md). By participating in this project you agree to abide by its terms.
-## Adding an awesome list
-
-Please ensure your pull request adheres to the [list of guidelines](pull_request_template.md).
-
-## Creating your own awesome list
-
-To create your own list, check out the [instructions](create-list.md).
-
-## Adding something to an awesome list
-
-If you have something awesome to contribute to an awesome list, this is how you do it.
+## Adding something
You'll need a [GitHub account](https://github.com/join)!
-1. Access the awesome list's GitHub page. For example: https://github.com/sindresorhus/awesome
+1. Access the awesome list's GitHub page (https://github.com/axorax/awesome-free-apps). Make sure the app is not in the main list or in [archived.md](archived.md). If it is in archived.md, mention it when you make the PR.
+
2. Click on the `readme.md` file: 
3. Now click on the edit icon. 
4. You can start editing the text of the file in the in-browser editor. Make sure you follow the guidelines above. You can use [GitHub Flavored Markdown](https://help.github.com/articles/github-flavored-markdown/). 