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Eagle is a tool that allows you to collect and manage files that exist locally on your PC and files on the Internet.
There are already many articles introducing Eagle, so I will leave it to you to explain the detailed features.
In this article, I will summarize my reasons for purchasing it and my impressions after actually using it.
Reason for purchasing
1. One-time purchase software
Nowadays, it seems like most services and products are provided on a subscription basis, but I was impressed by the fact that this app is offered on a one-time purchase basis (perpetual license).
It’s not that I don’t like subscriptions, but it’s difficult to use multiple SaaS apps at the same time unless you loosen your wallet. With the one-time purchase model, only the first payment was required, so I was able to purchase without any hesitation.
2. Compatible with both Mac/Win OS
I use MacOS for both work and private purposes, so there is no problem with only MacOS being supported. However, considering the possibility that it will become Windows-based in the future, being compatible with both OSes is a big advantage.
3. Up to 2 devices can be used with one license
Since it can be used for up to two devices, I purchased it with the expectation that it would be used for both work and private purposes.
4. Can be managed in units called libraries
All images added to Eagle are saved to your library. You can think of a library like a “photo album” where you can store different types of images in separate albums. Unlike folders on your computer, each Eagle library is independent and contains “folders, tags, images, etc.” and they do not affect each other.
This corresponds to Obsidian’s “Vault”. Each library is independent, like Obsidian and Logseq.
By separating the libraries, each library can be managed independently, so it is possible to use it separately for work that handles confidential information and for private use.
The philosophy is similar to Obsidian, and Eagle is also managed on a local PC by default. If you want to use the same library synchronously on multiple PCs, you need to link it with a cloud storage service such as Google Drive or Dropbox.
5. Fully equipped with extensions for various browsers
Eagle management provides browser extensions (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, etc.).
Extensions are very useful as they allow you to easily perform the following operations:
- Capture and capture screenshots
- Save image on page
- Bulk save all images on the page
Buy it
What I felt improved
- Screenshots are no longer scattered on the desktop
- *I am the type of person who regularly cleans the files on my desktop.
- Backup management has become easier by synchronizing your work PC with Google Drive.
What we want from Eagle
- I would be happy if it supported not only txt files but also markdown (although I don’t intend to use it as an editor)
summary
Eagle is a one-time purchase, compatible with both Mac and Win, and an image management app that can manage multiple libraries.
By linking with browser extensions, you can easily collect images on the web. If you’re having trouble managing screenshots and downloaded images, it’s worth a try.