Menu bar utility
Runs from the menu bar only—no Dock icon, no extra window unless you open it.
SlapRick
Slap your Mac. Get Rickrolled.
A focused macOS utility for developers who have hit the wall.
Built for Apple Silicon Macs·Quick setup. Ready when you need it.
Why it exists
Built for the breaking point.
Debugging is rarely a straight line. Sometimes the build fails for no clear reason. Sometimes the error message makes things worse. Sometimes nothing changed, but nothing works.
SlapRick was built for that exact moment.
A deliberately small macOS utility for the split second between “one more fix” and “I’ve had enough.”
Features
What it actually does
Force-based output
Maps input intensity to response: lighter contact stays subtle; a firm hit goes all in.
Adjustable sensitivity
Dial in how much force it takes to trigger, from cautious to… less cautious.
Cooldown protection
Adds spacing between triggers so one rough moment doesn’t turn into ten.
USB event hooks
Optional reactions when you plug or unplug hardware—useful if you like consequences.
Launch at login
Start with macOS if you want it waiting, not asking for attention.
Event counter
Keeps a simple tally of triggers when you want a number, not a lecture.
Guided onboarding
A short first-run pass so permissions and behaviour are clear before day one.
Steps
How it works
STEP 1
Install and sit in the background
SlapRick runs quietly from your menu bar. No dock, no distractions, always ready.
STEP 2
Hit your breaking point
Tap, knock, or slam your Mac. The app detects force in real time, based on your sensitivity settings.
STEP 3
Immediate reaction
The moment the threshold is reached, audio and reactions trigger instantly. No delay, no input, no confirmation.
Roadmap
What's coming next
v1.1 — Current
USB reactions, sensitivity tuning, onboarding improvements, and core stability updates.
v1.2 — In progress
Custom sound packs. Add your own audio, voice clips, or imported sounds for fully personalised reactions.
v1.3 — Planned
Session tracking and expanded reaction modes. More control over how and when the app responds.
Future
SlapPhone (iOS). Same concept, adapted for mobile interactions.
Frequently asked questions
You hit your Mac.
It plays the song.
That's it. That's the product.
No.
But it will fix your mood for exactly 4 minutes and 12 seconds.
Surprisingly, yes.
Emotionally, no.
We recommend a confident tap.
Violence is optional, but encouraged.
Yes.
It's faster, louder, and more emotionally responsive.
You can.
You will be judged.
Download
£5 one-time purchase
No subscription. No tracking. Local only.
Built for Apple Silicon Macs. Requires macOS 13 Ventura or later.