This macOS CPU monitoring script automatically tracks resource usage across all applications, addressing the challenge of identifying performance-impacting processes. It sends notifications when apps exceed CPU thresholds, enabling user to quickly manage power-hungry tasks. Ideal for developers, content creators, and power users. Lightweight and integrated with macOS, offers ongoing monitoring without significant system overhead.
- Download the script and save it to your home directory (/Users/YOUR_USERNAME).
- Open Terminal and run the following command to make the script executable:
chmod +x cpu_monitor.sh
- Run the script with the following command:
./cpu_monitor.sh
- The script will start monitoring CPU usage and send notifications when thresholds are exceeded.
The monitoring starts automatically when you log in.
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To reconfigure CPU monitoring:
~/setup_cpu_monitor.sh -
To stop CPU monitoring:
~/setup_cpu_monitor.sh stop -
To manually start monitoring after stopping:
launchctl load ~/Library/LaunchAgents/com.user.cpumonitor.plist
Note: You will receive notifications when CPU usage exceeds the set thresholds.