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TrueTree for Mac

Command-line tool for pstree-like output

Quick answer: TrueTree is a command-line tool for macOS. Install it with brew install --cask truetree. Homebrew links this app to a GitHub repository. It has 7 Homebrew installs in the last 30 days.

What TrueTree is

TrueTree is a command-line tool for macOS: command-line tool for pstree-like output.

It is distributed as a Homebrew cask, which installs a .app bundle into your Applications folder. The project is open source and lives at https://themittenmac.com/the-truetree-concept/.

How to install TrueTree

  1. Open Terminal (press ⌘ + Space and type “Terminal”).
  2. If Homebrew is not installed yet, run the installer below once.
  3. Run brew install --cask truetree.

Homebrew installer, if you need it:

Prefer a graphical installer? Download it from the official site. MacPicks never hosts or mirrors binaries — the Homebrew command always pulls from the vendor's own release.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I install TrueTree on Mac?

Run brew install --cask truetree in Terminal. This requires Homebrew; if you do not have it, install it first with the command below.

Is TrueTree open source?

Homebrew links this app to a GitHub repository (themittenmac/TrueTree), which is strong evidence the project is open source. Check the project for the current licence.

Does TrueTree run on Apple silicon?

Yes, as a universal binary.

How popular is TrueTree?

It was installed 7 times in the last 30 days according to Homebrew analytics, ranking #8974 in this catalogue.

What version of TrueTree is current?

The latest packaged version is 0.9.