Forma

Forma is a native Mac application designed as a visual whiteboard, allowing users to organize notes and tasks on a spatial canvas instead of traditional lists. It is intended for individuals who prefer visual organization, such as solo creators, designers, and developers who plan projects spatially and find folder-based tools restrictive. The tool replaces sticky notes and linear task lists with a flexible, canvas-based layout, supporting a more creative and freeform approach to project management.

Key features include the ability to create and switch between multiple boards to keep different contexts separate, cards that support markdown for to-dos, unordered lists, or general notes, and a marker tool for drawing. Users can visualize their productivity each day with a built-in productivity chart. Forma also offers a snap-to-grid function to help maintain consistency while preserving creative freedom, and keyboard shortcuts for switching between tools. Cards on the canvas can be resized to indicate priority, grouped by proximity, and remain visible even if covered by other elements.

All data in Forma is stored locally on the user's Mac, ensuring privacy and offline access. There is no account requirement, no cloud syncing, and no telemetry; data never leaves the device. Forma is optimized for Apple Silicon but also fully supports Intel Macs running macOS 14 Sonoma or later. The application does not support syncing across devices, including iCloud, and is designed to be used entirely offline.

99, with no subscription fees. Refunds are handled through Apple's standard process, and there is no free trial offered. The tool is positioned as a local-first solution for personal spatial organization, distinguishing itself from cloud-based team collaboration tools and other whiteboard or note-taking applications.