Mac clipboard history
Shortcuts, macOS version differences, and a side-by-side look at Spotlight and PasteDock.
Clipboard manager for Mac and Windows
PasteDock is a clipboard app that keeps searchable text, images, and files on your device, then lets you paste an earlier copy with one shortcut.
What does a clipboard manager fix?
A normal copy-and-paste flow is easy to break: copy a link, copy a screenshot, and the link is replaced. A clipboard manager keeps earlier copies available. PasteDock adds search, reusable snippets, multi-item compose, and the same workflow on macOS and Windows.
Paste from clipboard history in three steps
1. Copy normally
Use ⌘ C on Mac or Ctrl C on Windows. PasteDock records supported text, images, and files.
2. Open history
Press ⌥ ⌘ V on Mac or Alt Ctrl V on Windows, then search or use the arrow keys.
3. Paste the right item
Select an earlier copy and press Return. Accessibility permission enables automatic paste; without it, PasteDock still writes the item to the system clipboard.
Keep repeated content ready
Pin replies, addresses, links, and attachments as snippets instead of finding and copying them again.
Built-in clipboard vs PasteDock
| Need | System clipboard | PasteDock |
|---|---|---|
| Earlier copies | Depends on OS version and settings | Searchable local history |
| Content | Varies by system | Text, images, and files |
| Repeated replies | Basic pinning on some systems | Dedicated snippets with attachments |
| Paste several items | One item at a time | Multi-select and compose packs |
| Mac and Windows | Different workflows | One app and one license |
| Privacy | System dependent | Local by default; sync is optional |
Clipboard guides
Windows clipboard history
How Win+V works, its documented limits, and when a full clipboard manager helps.
macOS Tahoe clipboard history
Use the new Spotlight clipboard in macOS 26 and understand what it covers.
Clear clipboard history
Exact steps for macOS Tahoe, Windows 10/11, and PasteDock.
Frequently asked questions
What is a clipboard manager?
A clipboard manager keeps more than the current copied item so you can search and paste earlier text, images, or files.
Does PasteDock upload my clipboard?
No by default. History stays on your device. Cloud sync is an optional Pro feature.
Can I use it without an account?
Yes. Core clipboard history works without signing in.
Keep the copy you still need
PasteDock works on macOS 14+ and Windows 10/11. Start with the free version.
Download for Mac or Windows