Crank - Press Kit

About Crank

Crank is an event-based automation app for macOS.

Set scripts, apps, and Shortcuts to run automatically, triggered by system events. The concept is simple: add a trigger, set an action, and it just happens. No complex workflows, no manual required.

Key Facts

DeveloperThe low-tech guys

PlatformmacOS 14.0+ (Sonoma and later)

LicensingOne-time purchase for up to 5 Macs. 14-day free trial, then Free mode (up to 3 rules)

Websitelowtechguys.com/crank

Features

30+ system event triggers (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, Power, Displays, Calendar, and more)
Actions: Shell Scripts, AppleScript, Shortcuts, Notifications, Launch App, Open URL, Open File
Write actions in plain English using Gemini or ChatGPT
Time window scheduling and rate limiting
Event log and action history for debugging
Text fields can reference event data like device name, file path, battery level
Rule sharing via unique URLs
Everything runs locally, no data sent to servers unless you opt into AI features

App Icon

Screenshots

Videos

SD card photo sync

Creating a rule that syncs photos to the internal SSD and launches Lightroom when an SD card is inserted

Focus Mode rule

When Reading Focus is enabled, open Books and play piano on Spotify

Download Assets

App Icon (PNG)Screenshot (PNG)UI Screenshot (PNG)Demo Video (MP4)Focus Mode Video (MP4)