Learn Deck
Official guides — from quick start to advanced workflows, AI assistant setup, privacy controls, LAN sharing, and automation.
Quick Start
Install Deck
Download the DMG file and drag Deck to your Applications folder.
Grant Permissions
Allow Accessibility permissions in System Settings > Privacy & Security (and Input Monitoring if prompted).
Open Deck
Press ⌘ + P to open the Deck panel from anywhere.
Start Copying
Everything you copy will be saved automatically. Search and paste anytime.
Keyboard Shortcuts
All keyboard shortcuts for a lightning-fast workflow.
Deck AI Assistant
Configure providers, chat with AI safely, and automate clipboard tasks with approval controls.
- Choose ChatGPT, OpenAI API, Anthropic, or local Ollama in settings
- Attach clipboard content and let AI summarize, rewrite, or extract key info
- Use built-in AI tools to search history and run script transforms
- Write/delete/plugin operations require explicit approval before execution
Search & Recall
Find any copied content with keyword, regex, type filters, or semantic matching.
- Use keyword search for exact text
- Use regex for structured patterns like codes or IDs
- Filter by type: text, image, file, link, color
- Add source app context like "from Safari" or "from VS Code"
- Use semantic matching when you only remember rough meaning
Settings & Workflow
Fine-tune Deck to match your daily workflow.
- Set global panel shortcut (default ⌘P)
- Configure history retention and auto-cleanup
- Adjust queue mode and paste behavior
- Set app exclusion list and sensitive-window rules
- Enable context-aware ordering and smart rules
- Configure quick paste modifier and menu bar behavior
Privacy & Security
Keep sensitive clipboard data safe with local-first controls.
- All history is stored locally on your Mac
- Enable Touch ID protection for sensitive clips
- Enable AES‑GCM encryption for protected entries
- Auto-detect and skip password manager windows
- No third-party tracking SDKs; diagnostics upload is off by default and requires opt-in
LAN Sharing
Share clipboard items across devices on your local network.
- Enable LAN P2P sharing in settings
- Devices must be on the same local network
- Use TOTP verification for secure pairing
- Share single items or whole groups
- No cloud account required, transfer is end-to-end encrypted
Automation & Extensions
Extend Deck with shortcuts, scripts, and CLI bridge.
- Use macOS Shortcuts to read or search clipboard history
- Build processing flows with JavaScript/AppleScript plugins
- Trigger local workflows through CLI Bridge
- Combine with migration/export for backup workflows
- Integrate with your local tools and Orbit workflow
Popular Docs and Guide Paths
FAQ
Yes! Deck is a Universal Binary that runs natively on both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs.
By default, clipboard data stays on your Mac. Data is uploaded only if you explicitly enable features such as iCloud sync or diagnostics upload.
Deck AI works with your local conversation and clipboard context. Sensitive actions such as writing, deleting, or plugin modification always require your approval.
Yes, using the P2P network sharing feature. Both Macs need to be on the same local network.
Go to Preferences > Privacy and add apps to the exclusion list. Deck will skip recording from those apps.
Oldest items are automatically removed when the limit is reached. Pinned items are never deleted.