Compare Clipboards vs. Copycan/Clipboard

Keep a comprehensive record of your clipboard history that includes images, links, files, and text, allowing you to copy or paste items whenever necessary. You can create labels for better organization of your clipboard items, and utilize swift shortcuts for speedy pasting in various applications. With Pinboard, you can effortlessly find and categorize items based on labels, applications, and types. The search feature enables quick access to your entire clipboard history, facilitating the retrieval of items using shortcuts and modifier keys like 1-9 and a-z. This tool not only retains clipboard content from various sources but also supports the storage of any type of clipboard data, regardless of its format. You can easily access the clipboard history using a menu bar icon or a customizable shortcut like Cmd + Shift + V. Moreover, you have the option to paste items into applications, copy them back to the clipboard, or even convert them to plain text. The ability to paste multiple items at once enhances productivity, while the storage of links, images, and text from your iOS device via macOS Sierra’s Universal Clipboard further streamlines your workflow. Additionally, swift shortcuts can be created for any stored item, and you can preview items to obtain more detailed information about them. This comprehensive management of clipboard content significantly enhances your efficiency and organization.

Copycan, a clipboard extension and management tool designed for iOS devices such as iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad running iOS 10 or newer, allows users to track all text copied from their device. Each instance of copied text is documented on a distinct line in Copycan’s primary list, effectively creating the experience of having multiple clipboards at your disposal. This application is poised to become an indispensable resource for enhancing productivity across all your iOS gadgets. With its user-friendly interface, Copycan is straightforward to navigate right after installation. Upon launching, users will see the main list filled with the current contents of the device's clipboard. If the app is set to record mode, the list will turn red, indicating its readiness to capture text copy actions from any app, whether it's a browser, email client, or word processor. By tapping the prominent red "REC" button located at the top center, users can easily activate the recording feature and begin tracking their clipboard activities seamlessly. In doing so, Copycan transforms the way you manage copied text, making it an invaluable addition to your digital toolkit.