BetterTouchTool for Mac v3.991 Custom Multi-Touch Gestures Chinese Activated Version Download

BetterTouchTool (BTT) is a revolutionary efficiency tool designed specifically for macOS. It breaks through the limitations of native system settings, allowing users to create highly customizable gestures, shortcuts, and trigger actions for the trackpad, Magic Mouse, regular mouse, keyboard, and even the Apple Remote. By simplifying complex operations into an intuitive gesture or key combination, BTT can significantly boost workflow efficiency and achieve a truly personalized Mac interaction experience.

Before diving deep into BTT’s powerful features, let’s start with its core interface. Many new users might be intimidated by the rich options when opening BTT for the first time. Don’t worry, follow our pace step by step, and you’ll find it actually very intuitive.

I. Core Interface and Workspace Detailed Explanation

After launching BetterTouchTool, its main settings window is the core for all your configurations. The interface design is clear and mainly divided into the following areas:

• Sidebar Device List: Located on the left side of the window. It clearly lists all configurable device types, such as “Trackpad”, “Magic Mouse”, “Keyboard”, “Regular Mouse”, etc. Click any device to enter its dedicated configuration panel. This layout is very much in line with macOS user habits and is clear at a glance.
• Gesture/Action Configuration Main Panel: The largest area in the center of the window. Displays the list of configured gestures and corresponding actions for the currently selected device or application. You can add, edit, delete, or reorder configurations here. All customized “magic” happens here.
• Global and Application-Specific Configuration Toggle: Above the main configuration panel, there is a dropdown menu, defaulting to “Global”. You can select to create independent configuration rules for specific applications (such as Safari, Finder, Xcode) to achieve “one gesture, multiple uses”. This is the key to BTT’s efficiency improvement.
• Add New Gesture Button: Usually a prominent “+” button, located above or below the configuration list. Clicking it allows you to define new trigger conditions (such as gestures, key presses) and associated actions. This is the starting point for creating personalized gestures.
• Advanced Settings and Preferences: Through the “BetterTouchTool” menu in the menu bar or the “Advanced Settings” button in the main window, you can access deeper configurations, such as gesture sensitivity, window snapping (Snap Areas), trigger conditions, import/export configurations, etc. These settings make BTT more flexible.
• Menu Bar Icon: After BTT runs, it displays an icon in the top menu bar. Clicking it allows you to quickly enable/disable BTT, pause configurations for specific apps, or quickly open the settings window. This small icon is your console for daily BTT control.

II. Complete Operation Flow: From Creation to Export

The following will demonstrate the complete process using an example of creating an action to “close the current tab in Safari by tapping the trackpad with three fingers”. This example is very practical and will help you get started quickly.

1. Create/Configure New Item (Gesture)

Step 1: Open the settings window. Click the BTT icon in the menu bar, select “BetterTouchTool Settings…”, or use the shortcut ⌥Option + ⌘Command + S. This is the entrance to the BTT world.

Step 2: Select the target device. In the left sidebar, click “Trackpad”. If your Mac is connected to multiple input devices, this is where you choose the control target.

Step 3: Set the application scope for the configuration. In the dropdown menu above the main panel, select “Safari”. This means the rules created next will only take effect in Safari. This “application-specific” configuration allows your gestures to function differently in different software.

Step 4: Add a new gesture. Click the “Add New Gesture” button (a big “+”) below the configuration list. Don’t hesitate, click it and create your own gesture.

Step 5: Define the trigger gesture.

• In the pop-up gesture selector, find the “Tap” category.
• Select “3 Finger Tap”. You can also test gestures in this area to ensure accurate recognition. BTT’s gesture recognition library is very rich, covering almost all possibilities.

Step 6: Assign an action.

• After selecting the gesture, the “Assign Action” panel will pop up on the right.
• In the action library, navigate to “Predefined Actions” > “Browser Related”.
• Find and click the “Close Current Tab” action. BTT has a large number of built-in predefined actions, covering system operations, application control, and more.

Step 7: (Optional) Add advanced conditions. Click “Add Additional Conditions” below the action assignment area to set triggers only under specific conditions, such as “when the cursor is over the tab bar”. This can prevent accidental touches and make gestures smarter.

Step 8: Save and take effect. Close the configuration window or switch to other settings, and the rule will be automatically saved and take effect immediately. Now, in the Safari window, tap the trackpad with three fingers, and the current tab will close. Isn’t it simple?

2. Manage Existing Configurations

In the list of the main configuration panel, you can:

• Edit: Click any configured gesture row to modify its trigger conditions or assigned actions.
• Disable/Enable: Click the checkbox on the left of each row.
• Delete: Select a row and press the Delete key on the keyboard.
• Reorder: Drag the “≡” icon on the left of each row to reorder. When multiple rules conflict, the upper rules have higher priority. Proper ordering can avoid many conflicts.

3. Export and Backup Configurations

To prevent configuration loss or to sync across multiple Macs, you can export configurations.

Step 1: Open the export menu. Click the BTT icon in the menu bar and select “Export Settings…”.

Step 2: Select export content. In the pop-up window, you can choose to export “All Settings” or only configurations for specific devices (such as Trackpad).

Step 3: Save the file. Name the exported .bttarchive file and choose a save location. It is recommended to save this file in iCloud or Dropbox for easy multi-device syncing.

Import Configurations: Through the menu bar icon, select “Import Settings…”, then choose the previously exported .bttarchive file to overwrite the current configuration.

III. Advanced Tips for Common Features

After mastering the basics, let’s talk about some advanced tips that can double your efficiency. These are insights from experienced users.

1. Combined Triggers and “Chords”

BTT supports complex combinations of trigger conditions. For example, you can set “first hold the ⌃Control key, then swipe with two fingers on the trackpad” to adjust volume. When adding a new gesture, in the trigger condition selection area, check “Hold Modifier Key” and select the key, then pair it with a basic gesture. This is like adding a “safety lock” to your gestures, avoiding accidental touches in daily operations.

2. Powerful “Sequence Triggers”

This is one of BTT’s killer features. You can record a series of key presses or mouse clicks as a “macro” action. For example, set a sequence trigger for the text “My email: example@mail.com”. When assigning an action, select “Send Key Sequence” and record the keys to paste the email. Afterwards, you can input this long text with a simple gesture. For users who frequently need to input repetitive content, this is simply a godsend.

3. Window Management Enhancement

In the “Window Snapping” tab of “Advanced Settings”, you can enable and customize “Snap Areas”. When you drag a window to the edge or corner of the screen, the window will automatically adjust to a preset size and position, similar to Windows’ window snapping but more flexible. You can customize the “hot zones” for window snapping, such as dragging a window to the top-left corner to automatically occupy the left half of the screen, or to the top-right corner to occupy the right half. This is much more powerful than macOS’s native split-screen feature.

4. Add Gestures for Regular Mice

For non-Apple mice, you can simulate gestures by holding a specific mouse button (such as a side button) while moving the mouse. In the “Regular Mouse” configuration, add a “Gesture Button” and set it to the mouse side button. Afterwards, hold the side button and move the mouse up/down/left/right to assign different actions. This way, even a cheap regular mouse can have an experience comparable to the Magic Mouse.

5. Use “Triggers” for Automation

“Triggers” allow actions to be automatically executed when specific system events occur. For example, you can set your Mac to automatically mute when connected to the company Wi-Fi, or display a warning notification when the battery level is below 20%. The configuration path is in “Advanced Settings” -> “Triggers”. You can set automated operations based on various conditions such as time, network, USB device insertion, etc. This turns BTT from a gesture tool into a powerful automation engine.

IV. Common Issues and Solutions

During the use of BTT, it is inevitable to encounter some problems. We have compiled 8 of the most common issues and provided detailed solutions.

1. Gestures Not Working or Unresponsive

Problem: Configured gestures do not respond, or need to be repeated multiple times to be recognized.

Solution:

• Check the application scope of the configuration: Confirm whether the gesture is “Global” or only effective in a specific application, and whether the current active window is correct. This is the most easily overlooked point.
• Check for rule conflicts: In the configuration list, rules higher up have higher priority. If there are conflicting general gestures (such as a global three-finger tap), they may override application-specific rules. Try adjusting the order.
• Adjust sensitivity: Enter the configuration panel for that device (such as Trackpad), find the “Gesture Sensitivity” slider, and increase it appropriately.
• Ensure BTT is enabled: Check the menu bar icon to make sure it is not showing “Paused” or “Disabled”.
• Restart BTT: Sometimes the BTT process may be stuck. Select “Quit” from the menu bar icon and reopen the application.

2. Shortcut Conflicts with Other Applications

Problem: Keyboard shortcuts set in BTT do not work in some applications or execute the application’s built-in functions.

Solution:

• Use the “Force Trigger” option: When assigning a keyboard shortcut action, check the “Force Trigger (Ignore Other Applications)” option. This will make BTT’s shortcut take precedence over the application’s shortcut.
• Use more unique key combinations: Avoid using widely used system-level shortcuts like ⌘Command + C. Consider using combinations like ⌃Control + ⌥Option + letter keys.
• Create application-specific rules: If a conflict only occurs in a specific application, you can create an independent shortcut rule for that application and ensure its priority is higher than global rules.

3. Menu Bar Icon Disappears

Problem: The BTT menu bar icon is not displayed.

Solution:

• This is usually caused by macOS system limits on the number of menu bar icons. Try restarting the BTT application.
• Go to System “Settings” > “Control Center” and check related settings. Ensure there is enough space in the “Menu Bar” section.
• In BTT’s “General” settings, make sure the “Show BetterTouchTool icon in menu bar” option is checked.
• If none of the above works, try uninstalling and reinstalling BTT.

4. Configuration Accidentally Lost

Problem: Custom configurations are missing after updating BTT or the system.

Solution:

• Prevention: Develop the habit of regularly backing up configurations through the “Export Settings” feature. It is recommended to back up weekly.
• Recovery: If backed up, use “Import Settings” to restore. BTT also has a “Backup” tab in “Advanced Settings”…