Quick Start Guide

This guide will get you up and running with macmon in just a few minutes.

Step 1: Install macmon

If you haven't already, install macmon using your preferred package manager. See the Installation Guide for detailed instructions.

Step 2: Launch the Monitor

Open your terminal and run the macmon command without any arguments:

macmon

You should now see the Terminal User Interface (TUI), which displays real-time performance metrics for your Mac.

Step 3: Explore the Interface

The interface is divided into several sections:

  • Top Section: Displays CPU (E-cores and P-cores), Memory (RAM/Swap), and GPU usage.
  • Bottom Section: Shows power consumption for the CPU, GPU, and ANE, along with temperature readings.
  • Header & Footer: Provides information about your system hardware and the available controls.

Step 4: Basic Controls

Interact with the TUI using these keyboard shortcuts:

  • c: Change Color. Cycle through the available color themes.
  • v: Switch View. Toggle between the historical Sparkline view and the compact Gauge view for the top-level metrics.
  • q: Quit. Exit the application.

Try pressing c and v a few times to see how the display changes.

Step 5: Exit macmon

When you're finished, press q to close the application and return to your terminal prompt.

That's it! You've successfully used macmon. For a more detailed explanation of all features and metrics, check out the Usage Guide.