Guides
Guides for running agents on a Mac
Short, practical answers to the things people actually type into a search box when an agent CLI is running in a terminal they are not looking at. Built-in settings and free tools first; CrewTower only where it is honestly one of the options.
- Claude Code mods, explained What is a Claude Code mod, how does it differ from a hook, how do I install one, and what do I trust when I do?
- The best Claude Code mods Which mods are worth installing right now, who made them, and what does each one actually do?
- Claude Code notifications on Mac How do I get a macOS notification when Claude Code finishes or needs my approval?
- Codex notifications on Mac How do I get a macOS notification when Codex finishes a turn or wants an approval?
- Keep track of several AI coding agents I run three sessions at once. How do I know which one needs me without checking every tab?
- Claude Code is waiting for permission Which hook events fire when it blocks, and how to be told and answer without going there?
- Approve Claude Code without switching terminal I lose my flow every time the agent asks permission. What can I change?
- Claude Code hooks, explained and set up How do hooks work, where does the config live, and how do I write my first one?
- How to check your Claude Code usage How much have I used, what are my limits, and what did that session cost?
- How to check your Codex usage Same question, for OpenAI Codex: where do I see what I have used?
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