--- url: "https://auraplusplus.com/projects/shake-it-on" markdown: "https://auraplusplus.com/projects/shake-it-on.md" website: "https://shakeiton.app" tier: "free" status: "scheduled" upvotes: 0 launched: "2027-04-15" categories: "Developer Tools, Productivity" platforms: "desktop" tags: "SwiftUI, AppKit" pricing: "paid" pricing_label: "Paid — pricing details on the product website" pricing_details: "n/a" maker: "Great Work" created: "2026-04-16" updated: "2026-08-18" --- # Shake It On > Shake It On lives in your Mac's menu bar and keeps your computer awake by generating subtle, organic mouse movements that reset the system idle timer. ## About Shake It On Shake It On lives in your Mac's menu bar and keeps your computer awake by generating subtle, organic mouse movements that reset the system idle timer. Unlike terminal commands or simple blockers, Shake It On uses intelligent conditions. System-level tools set OS assertions to prevent sleep, which works in simple cases. But those assertions can be overridden by corporate device management, don't generate the input activity that messaging apps look for to show you as "active", and don't help keep remote desktop sessions alive. Shake It On works at a different level- actual mouse movement- so it works in situations where system tools can't. Natural, layered sine-wave cursor motion mimic a real hand on the mouse, with adjustable distance from a gentle nudge to a dramatic wobble. You can activate it only when CPU is above a threshold, specific apps are running, you're on certain Wi-Fi networks, external displays are connected, or audio is playing. Set the rules, the app follows them. Smart pause triggers stop automatically when on battery, your camera is in use, a Focus mode is active, or the screen is locked. Shake It On has a built-in "Pause When: On battery" option that automatically stops when you unplug. You can also set conditions so it only runs when it needs to- like when specific apps are open or CPU is busy. When it's not shaking, it uses virtually no resources, so there's no wasted energy. Shake every five seconds, every hour, or anything in between. Six presets from quick to leisurely for flexible intervals. No dock icon, no windows cluttering your desktop, Shake It On lives quietly in the menu bar until you need it. And with launch at login, it starts automatically when you turn on your Mac. Set it once, forget it forever. It works everywhere: including corporate MDM-managed Macs, remote desktop sessions, and keeps Slack and Teams showing you as active. On MDM-managed Macs where IT has locked the energy settings, system-level tools get overidden. Mouse movement bypasses those restrictions entirely because as far the OS is concered, it's real user input. With a one-time purchase of $9.99, pay once and you're done. Shake It On is yours forever, with free updates included. No recurring charges, no tiers, no upsells. macOS 14 Sonoma or later required. We built this because our Macs kept sleeping during renders and remote sessions. It moves your cursor naturally, but only when your conditions are met. Shake It On, Keep your Mac wide awake. $9.99. One price, no subscriptions. ## Overview ### Who is it for? to show you as "active", and don't help keep remote desktop sessions alive and others exploring developer tools. ### What is it? Shake It On lives in your Mac's menu bar and keeps your computer awake by generating subtle, organic mouse movements that reset the system idle timer ### How is it priced? Shake It On is paid — pricing details on the product website. Visit shakeiton.app for current plans. ### How does it compare? Shake It On focuses on shake it on lives in your mac's menu bar and keeps your computer awake by generating subtle, organic mouse movements.... Other developer tools tools may emphasize different workflows, integrations, or pricing models. Compare paid — pricing details on the product website, supported platforms (desktop), and whether the product fits your specific use case before choosing. ## Platforms - desktop ## Tech stack - SwiftUI - AppKit ## Categories - Developer Tools - Productivity ## Frequently asked questions ## People also ask **Q: What is Shake It On?** Shake It On lives in your Mac's menu bar and keeps your computer awake by generating subtle, organic mouse movements that reset the system idle timer **Q: Who is Shake It On for?** to show you as "active", and don't help keep remote desktop sessions alive and others exploring developer tools. **Q: How is Shake It On priced?** Shake It On is paid — pricing details on the product website. Visit shakeiton.app for current plans. **Q: Is Shake It On free?** No. Shake It On is paid — pricing details on the product website. Visit the official website for current plans and billing details. **Q: What platforms does Shake It On support?** Shake It On supports Desktop. Check the official website for device requirements, browser support, and native app availability. **Q: Who made Shake It On?** Great Work is listed as the maker behind Shake It On. You can follow the project on Aura++ for launch updates, community feedback, and the official website link. **Q: How does Shake It On compare to other developer tools tools?** Shake It On focuses on shake it on lives in your mac's menu bar and keeps your computer awake by generating subtle, organic mouse movements.... Other developer tools tools may emphasize different workflows, integrations, or pricing models. Compare paid — pricing details on the product website, supported platforms (desktop), and whether the product fits your specific use case before choosing. **Q: How do I try Shake It On?** You can try Shake It On on its official website (shakeiton.app). 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