Create a scene with the plus button or Command-N. Add layout regions, name each region, write notes, and build a checklist for the steps you repeat when entering that work mode.
Support
Manifold App Support
Help and troubleshooting for Manifold App 2.1.
Open a scene detail view to see the Session Brief. Use it to check readiness, review the recommended launch order, spot layout risks, and copy or export a Markdown handoff.
Manifold App does not request Accessibility, Input Monitoring, Screen Recording, Apple Events, camera, microphone, contacts, or location. It plans workspaces inside its own window only.
Contact support through the App Store product page with your Mac model, macOS version, and a short description of the issue.
Common Questions
Does Manifold move my app windows?
No. Manifold is a manual reference planner. It does not open, move, resize, activate, inspect, or control other apps or windows.
How do I make a scene more ready?
Add clear region labels, avoid overlapping regions, improve coverage, write scene notes, add checklist steps, and save a snapshot after refining the layout.
How do I export a Session Brief?
Open the export menu for a scene or the full library and choose Session Brief. The app writes a Markdown file through the standard macOS save dialog.
How do snapshots work?
Snapshots save a copy of the current planned regions so you can preserve alternate layouts or compare versions of a scene over time.
How do I create a scene from a template?
Press Command-Shift-T or click the Templates button, choose a starter workspace, then edit the notes, checklist, and regions to fit your actual workflow.
Where is my data stored?
Scene data is stored locally in your Mac app container using SwiftData. Use Export if you want a backup or a handoff file.