FrameDrop

FrameDrop is an open-source image search and retrieval tool for macOS users.

It can be quickly accessed from any application using the global shortcut Option + Space, allowing users to input natural language ideas and search a vast library of images from sources like Wikimedia Commons without interrupting their current workflow. The software uses vector indexing and a fast search interface, typically returning results in under a second and a half. Clicking on an image allows users to copy the original file and continue using it for design, presentations, articles, social media, or client projects. Each image displays its license category, FrameDrop including Public Domain, CC0, CC BY, and CC BY-SA, allowing users to filter materials with similar sharing requirements, reducing licensing risks in commercial projects. Content requiring attribution automatically includes creator information when copied, ensuring the image and license description are included in the subsequent process. FrameDrop is optimized for macOS 26 and Apple chips, featuring a native glass visual effect and smooth animations. It supports unlimited search, complete image collections, and license filtering, while emphasizing no ads, no tracking, and no sale of user data. It is suitable for designers, editors, content creators, and professionals who frequently need to quickly find compliant visual materials.