Looq 1.4.1 for Mac – Quick Look File Preview Extension Free Download
Looq is a powerful macOS Quick Look extension that gives you a smarter way to preview files instantly. Instead of opening heavy apps, you can view Markdown, code, CSV, SQLite databases, archives, and folders directly inside Finder.
It is designed for developers and power users who want fast file previews with rich formatting, syntax highlighting, and structured data visualization.
Overview of Looq for mac
Looq enhances macOS Quick Look by supporting a wide range of file types including Markdown, programming files, data files, and compressed archives. It brings advanced preview features like live rendering, table views, and diagram support directly into Finder.
Whether you’re reading documentation, inspecting code, or browsing datasets, Looq makes file viewing faster and more organized.
Key Features
Markdown Support
- Full GitHub Flavored Markdown (GFM) rendering
- KaTeX math support (inline and block formulas)
- Mermaid diagram rendering
- Syntax-highlighted code blocks
- GitHub-style alerts and emoji shortcodes
- Auto-generated table of contents sidebar
- Live rendering on file changes
Source Code Preview
- Syntax highlighting for 190+ programming languages
- Progressive rendering for large files
- Smart window loading for performance
- Auto-format support for JSON, CSS, XML, SVG, plist, and SQL
- Configurable line numbers and tab settings
- Light and dark theme support
- Shebang detection for scripts
Data File Viewer
- Native table view for CSV, TSV, and structured files
- Pagination support for large datasets
- Resizable columns and sortable data
- SQLite database multi-table preview
- Color-coded diff and patch view
- Multi-file tab switching
Archives & Folders
- Browse ZIP and TAR archives directly in Finder
- Folder tree navigation with fast preview
- Swift-based high-performance archive parsing
- File size, type, and date columns
- Spotlight metadata integration
- Customizable column display
Technical Details and System Requirements
- Operating System: macOS 14 or later
- Processor: Apple Silicon or Intel Core processor
