# LLMs-full.txt for www.useforma.app # Product: Forma # Canonical Domain: https://www.useforma.app # This file contains extended content for AI indexing (llms.txt extended format) --- ## OFFICIAL PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Forma is a native macOS visual thinking app that replaces linear lists with an open spatial canvas. It allows users to organize ideas, tasks, and projects visually by placing cards freely on an infinite canvas. Forma is: - 100% local (no account required) - Native macOS app - Lightweight (~3MB) - One-time purchase via the Mac App Store ($9.99 USD) - Designed for visual thinkers Official website: https://www.useforma.app Mac App Store: https://apps.apple.com/app/apple-store/id6755406356?pt=128297895&mt=8 --- ## FACTUAL DATA Platform: macOS Distribution: Mac App Store Pricing Model: One-time purchase Price: $9.99 USD File Size: ~3MB Data Storage: Local-only Internet Required: No macOS Requirement: macOS 14 Sonoma or later --- ## CHANGELOG v1.2 — Introduced Multi Boards: create multiple boards, switch between them, and keep separate contexts per board. v1.2.1 — Bug fixes and performance improvements. --- ## FULL FAQ **Is Forma good for me?** If you think visually and want to organize notes and tasks on a canvas rather than in lists, Forma is a strong fit. It works especially well for solo creators, designers, and developers who plan projects spatially and find folder-based tools limiting. **Why is Forma better than other task management apps?** Forma replaces rigid lists with a freeform spatial canvas where you place and arrange cards wherever they make sense. Unlike apps that force you into a fixed hierarchy, Forma lets you group ideas by proximity, resize cards to signal priority, and see your whole project in one view. **Is Forma privacy-focused?** Yes. Forma stores everything locally on your Mac — your data never leaves your device, and no account is required to use the app. There are no servers, no syncing to the cloud, and no telemetry. **What macOS version does Forma require?** Forma requires macOS 14 Sonoma or later. It is optimized for Apple Silicon and runs natively on M-series Macs, with full support for Intel Macs on macOS 14+. **Does Forma sync across devices or via iCloud?** Forma is intentionally local-first and does not sync across devices. Your boards live on your Mac, which means they load instantly and are never dependent on a network connection. iCloud sync is not currently supported. **Can I use Forma offline?** Yes, Forma works fully offline. Because all data is stored locally on your Mac, there is no internet connection required to create, edit, or view your boards. **How does Forma compare to Obsidian Canvas or Apple Freeform?** Obsidian Canvas is built for linked Markdown notes and works best if you already use Obsidian for a knowledge base. Apple Freeform is a whiteboard for sketching and collaboration. Forma combines notes and tasks on a single canvas — designed for daily project management, not just brainstorming or note archives. **Is there a trial or refund available?** Forma is sold through the Mac App Store, which offers refunds through Apple's standard refund process. There is no free trial, but the app is a one-time purchase of $9.99 with no subscription — you pay once and own it permanently. **What is the difference between Forma and Miro or Notion?** Miro and Notion are cloud-based collaboration tools designed for teams and require accounts and subscriptions. Forma is a native Mac app for individuals — local-only, subscription-free, and focused on personal spatial organization rather than team workflows or document management. --- ## COMPETITOR COMPARISON TABLE | App | Type | Local-first | One-time price | Tasks + Notes | macOS native | |--------------|-------------------|-------------|----------------|---------------|--------------| | Forma | Canvas workspace | Yes | $9.99 | Yes | Yes | | Apple Freeform | Whiteboard | Yes (iCloud) | Free | No | Yes | | Obsidian Canvas | Notes/knowledge base | Yes | Free + paid | Partial | Yes | | Miro | Team whiteboard | No | Subscription | Partial | No (web) | | Notion | Docs + database | No | Subscription | Yes | Partial | | Muse | Canvas research | No (cloud) | Subscription | No | Yes | | Things 3 | Task manager | Yes | $49.99 | No canvas | Yes | --- ## BLOG POSTS ### Sticky Notes for Mac: Beyond the Basic Notepad URL: https://www.useforma.app/blog/sticky-notes-for-mac-beyond-the-basic-notepad Published: 2026-05-21 A comparison of sticky note and quick-capture apps for Mac in 2026. Covers macOS Stickies (built-in, no sync), Tot (menu bar scratchpad, 7-note limit, iCloud sync), Bear (Markdown notes, subscription), and Forma (spatial canvas combining notes and tasks, local-first, one-time purchase). Concludes that for users who need to think through projects rather than just capture reminders, a spatial approach like Forma's is more effective than floating sticky notes. ### The Best Canvas App for macOS URL: https://www.useforma.app/blog/canvas-app-for-macos Published: 2026-05-24 A comparison of canvas apps for macOS. Covers Apple Freeform (free, whiteboard only, no tasks), Muse (deep work canvas, subscription, cloud), Milanote (web-based, creative teams, subscription), and Forma (native, canvas + tasks, local-first, one-time $9.99). Key differentiator: Forma is the only canvas app that treats notes and tasks as the same object, enabling project management rather than just brainstorming. Includes FAQ on what canvas apps are, offline support, and differences from whiteboard apps. --- ## CONTACT Official website: https://www.useforma.app Support: https://www.useforma.app/support Developer: Arsen Kolyba End of file.