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Import aText data
Drag in your aText backup file. SnipShift reads snippets, names, keywords, group names, and group prefixes.
macOS snippet migration for Alfred users
Move your aText
Move your aText
snippets to Alfred
in minutes.
SnipShift converts your aText library into Alfred-ready snippet bundles, preserving keywords, groups, and prefixes before you import anything.
Preview before export
Runs locally on your Mac
Built for Alfred import
Ready to export
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The problem
Manual snippet migration gets messy fast.
A few snippets are easy to move by hand. A real aText library is different: names, keywords, folders, prefixes, and formatting all need to land correctly in Alfred.
Copying is slow and repetitive
Moving hundreds of shortcuts one by one turns a simple switch into hours of careful admin work.
Organization is easy to lose
Flattened exports can drop the group structure and prefixes that make your snippets feel natural.
Small mistakes are expensive
A missing prefix or changed keyword may not show up until you rely on it during real work.
SnipShift gives you a controlled migration instead of a weekend of manual recreation.
Import your aText data, review what Alfred will receive, and export clean bundles that match Alfred's expected format.
How it works
Three steps from aText to Alfred.
The workflow is intentionally simple: bring in the source file, confirm the result, then import the generated bundle into Alfred.
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Convert automatically
The app prepares Alfred-compatible snippet JSON and bundle metadata, keeping raw keywords and prefixes in the right places.
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Bring it into Alfred
Export a single bundle or a grouped zip, then import the result into Alfred without rebuilding every snippet manually.
Features
Built for careful migrations.
SnipShift focuses on the details that matter when your snippets are part of your daily keyboard workflow.
Bulk migration
Convert an entire aText library at once instead of rebuilding snippets one shortcut at a time.
Preserve structure
Keep group names and prefix behavior so Alfred feels closer to the system you already know.
Preview before export
Review final Alfred keywords, selected snippets, and warnings before creating the import package.
Fast conversion
Turn large libraries into Alfred bundles in minutes, with a focused workflow and no unnecessary setup.
Privacy-friendly
Your snippets are personal. Processing happens locally on your Mac, without uploading your library.
Made for macOS users
A native-feeling utility for Alfred users, writers, developers, and keyboard-driven workflows.
Who it is for
For people whose snippets are real work tools.
SnipShift is most useful when your snippet library is large enough that recreating it manually is risky or tedious.
Developers
Move code templates, review replies, terminal commands, and boilerplate safely.
Writers
Keep drafts, outlines, signatures, and reusable phrasing available in Alfred.
Support agents
Migrate saved replies and issue templates without losing reliable triggers.
Operations teams
Preserve standard messages, checklists, and routine process snippets.
Power users
Bring a keyboard-first aText setup into an Alfred-centered workflow.
Pricing
Start free. Upgrade when the migration matters.
Simple options for testing the workflow, completing your own migration, or getting help with an edge-case library.
Free Trial
Try the migration flow with a limited export before committing.
$0
Trial build
- Import aText data
- Preview snippets and warnings
- Export a small sample bundle
Pro
Complete your own migration with unlimited export.
$19
One-time purchase
- Unlimited snippet export
- Group-aware Alfred bundles
- Local conversion on macOS
- Minor updates included
Done-for-you
Optional help for large, unusual, or business-critical libraries.
$99
Migration service
- Library review
- Assisted conversion
- Alfred import handoff
FAQ
Clear answers before you migrate.
Which aText files are supported?
SnipShift is designed for aText backup data and simple CSV exports. The trial lets you verify your own library before buying Pro.
Does my snippet data leave my Mac?
No. Conversion is designed to run locally, so your snippets are not uploaded to a cloud service.
How do I import the result into Alfred?
Export from SnipShift, then open the generated `.alfredsnippets` file or each bundle inside the grouped zip to import into Alfred.
Is there a free trial?
Yes. The trial is intended to confirm compatibility, preview your data, and export a small sample before purchase.
What happens to group prefixes?
SnipShift preserves prefix behavior by writing group prefix metadata into Alfred bundle settings while keeping each snippet keyword clean.
What about unusual snippets or formatting?
The app surfaces warnings during preview. For unusual libraries, use the trial first or choose the optional assisted migration service.
Naming notes
Suggested product name options
SnipShift works well as a temporary name: short, action-oriented, and directly tied to snippet migration.
Save hours of manual work. Migrate with confidence.
Move your aText snippets into Alfred with a workflow that is easy to inspect, easy to repeat, and built for real macOS productivity users.